Children's IRO - Stoke on Trent
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join a dedicated service in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an important role focused on safeguarding children and young people, promoting their welfare, and ensuring that their care plans remain appropriate, effective and centred on their individual needs. You will independently chair looked-after children reviews, ensuring that children and young people are meaningfully involved in decisions about their lives and that their views, wishes and feelings are clearly represented.
Your responsibilities will include monitoring the progress of care plans, assessing whether agreed actions are being completed, and constructively challenging professionals and carers where outcomes are not being achieved. You will identify drift, delay or gaps in planning, escalate concerns appropriately, and ensure that children are placed in settings that meet their needs. The role will also involve working closely with social workers, parents, foster carers, residential providers, education and health professionals, and other partner agencies. You will maintain accurate, timely records and produce high-quality review documentation in accordance with statutory requirements and local procedures.
Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England, with substantial post-qualifying experience in children’s social care. Experience of working with looked-after children, child protection, care planning and statutory review processes is essential, along with a sound understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and safeguarding practice. You will need strong communication, analytical and report-writing skills, the confidence to make independent professional decisions, and the ability to challenge respectfully and effectively. A child-centred, restorative and inclusive approach is essential, as is the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high professional standards. A current driving licence and access to reliable transport may be required for travel across the area.
Children's IRO - Stoke on Trent
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