Independent Reviewing Officer; IRO Sanctuary Personal

• Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s Services
• Location: Bolton, UK
• Salary: £40.00 per hour
• Contract: Ongoing Locum
• Schedule: Full Time / Part Time

Step into an essential role as an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) within Bolton’s Children’s Social Care services. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal part in safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing and rights of children in care. With flexible working options and competitive hourly pay, you’ll join a forward-thinking local authority where your professional expertise ensures high-quality practice and positive outcomes for children and families.

Part Time / Full Time: Choose a schedule that aligns with your lifestyle and commitments.

Hourly Pay: Enjoy transparent, competitive pay with the flexibility of hourly work.

Varied Work Environment: Engage in a dynamic role where each day presents new challenges and opportunities to make an impact.

Professional Development: Access ongoing training, reflective practice, and development pathways to strengthen your expertise.

Collaborative Network: Work closely with multi-agency partners and experienced teams committed to driving service improvement.

Chair statutory reviews for children in care, ensuring meetings are child-centred and inclusive.

Promote meaningful participation, ensuring that children’s voices, wishes, and feelings are central to all planning.

Monitor the progress of care plans, identifying and addressing any drift or delay.

Provide professional challenge and elevate concerns through formal dispute resolution processes when required.

Ensure safeguarding practices are upheld and risks are effectively identified and managed.

Build strong multi-agency relationships to support high-quality decision-making and service delivery.

Maintain clear, accurate, and timely review records, documenting decisions, recommendations, and next steps.

Bolton offers a welcoming and diverse community with a balance of vibrant town life and peaceful green spaces. With strong local amenities, cultural heritage, and excellent travel links, it’s an ideal location to live and work while contributing to meaningful improvements in children’s lives.

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