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Independent reviewing officer
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 38 - 38 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Swansea
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Job Opportunity: Independent Reviewing Officer / Case Conference Chair
Directorate: Social Services
Service Area: Child and Family Services
Location: Swansea
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed-term/Contract
Salary: £38 PAYE per hour
Make a Real Difference in the Lives of Children and Families We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Case Conference Chair to join our dedicated Safeguarding, Performance & Quality Unit in Swansea. In this pivotal role, you will provide independent oversight of care and protection plans, ensuring the safety, well-being, and rights of children and young people are always at the forefront of our work.
Key Responsibilities
🔹 Chairing statutory reviews for looked-after children and child protection case conferences in line with the Adoption and Children Act 2002 and All Wales Child Protection Procedures
🔹 Monitoring the effectiveness of care and protection plans and ensuring timely progress toward permanence and safety
🔹 Advising and Supporting staff and professionals involved in safeguarding and care planning
🔹 Engaging with children, families, and carers to ensure their voices are central to decision-making
🔹 Contributing to the development of policies, quality assurance systems, and good practice within children’s services
🔹 Reporting on practice and procedural issues to promote continuous service improvementWhat We’re Looking For
A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Care Wales
A minimum of three years’ post-qualifying experience in a statutory or voluntary child care setting
Strong understanding of relevant legislation, guidance, and policy relating to children looked after and child protection
Experience in chairing inter-agency meetings and working in multi-disciplinary environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly
A confident, independent decision-maker with emotional intelligence and a child-centered approachAdditional Requirements
Use of own vehicle (or effective alternative travel arrangements)
Enhanced DBS check required
Commitment to equal opportunities, confidentiality, and continuous professional development
Flexible and adaptable to respond to the needs of the service, including emergenciesWhy Join Us?
🤝 Work in a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking environment
📈 Engage in professional development and influence service-wide improvements
💼 Be part of a service that values innovation, partnership, and people-first approachesHow to Apply For further information and to apply, please contact:
📧 Delanie Heyes at (url removed)
📞(phone number removed)
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