IRO, Independent Reviewing Officer; CDC

Job Title

Independent Reviewing Officer (CDC)

Civic Office, Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BU

Grade 11, £54,495 – £56,724 Pro Rata (Pay award pending). Temporary Fixed Term, Part time, 22 hours per week. Flexible working arrangements: flexitime, ability to work remotely in other offices. Closing date: 14 June 2026.

We are seeking an Independent Reviewing Officer to ensure children in care receive robust care plans that meet their individual needs and achieve positive outcomes. The IRO is a critical friend who works with the team of social workers, managers and partner agencies to chair statutory reviews, monitor care planning, challenge practice, and promote the children's voice.

• Chair statutory reviews and monitor care planning.

• Challenge practice where necessary to ensure compliance with legislation and guidance.

• Escalate concern and practice challenge in a restorative way when standards are not met, influencing positive change.

• Promote the voice of the child and drive improvements across services.

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.

• A minimum of 5 years post qualifying experience of supervising staff at a Team Manager level.

• Significant experience in children’s social care, including care planning, statutory guidance and safeguarding.

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

For further details or an informal chat please contact Jo Mullard, IRO Service Manager,  Marilyn Wilcox, Kerrie Undie.

City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.