Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
Newcastle City, UK
£26 - £32 per hour
About Us:
Randstad is excited to partner with Newcastle City Council to recruit a dedicated and experienced Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO).
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Join us in a critical role where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people.
Job Description:
Are you an experienced social worker with a passion for advocating for children's rights and ensuring their well-being?
In this role, you will be responsible for chairing reviews, monitoring care plans, and ensuring that the voices of children and young people are heard and acted upon.
Responsibilities:
- Chairing review meetings for children in care, ensuring that their care plans are appropriate and meet their needs.
- Monitoring and reviewing the progress of care plans, making sure they comply with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Advocating for the rights and best interests of children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.
- Collaborating with social workers, carers, and other professionals to ensure coordinated and effective care.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of reviews, interventions, and outcomes in line with legal and professional standards.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Proven experience in a social work role, with significant experience in working with children in care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with children, families, and professionals.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay-rates of £26 - £32 per hour
- One committed and dedicated point of contact
- An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
- Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role. If you wish to discuss this further please call 0191 5359054 and can share the CV on
we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
