We are supporting a West Yorkshire Council in recruiting an experienced Fostering Reviewing Officer to join their Safeguarding and Reviewing Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring high‑quality fostering provision for both mainstream and kinship foster carers.
About the Role
The service oversees a large cohort of foster carers who provide vital support and stability for children and young people. To maintain strong standards of care, the foster carer review process is carried out independently.
As the Fostering Reviewing Officer, you will:
* Manage and support a team of Independent Fostering Reviewing Officers (FIROs)
* Ensure all foster carer approvals are reviewed thoroughly, consistently, and within required timescales
* Lead a restorative, high‑quality, and collaborative reviewing service
* Oversee robust quality assurance systems to maintain strong oversight of annual foster carer reviews
* Promote organisational values rooted in restorative and relational practice
About You
We are looking for a confident, child‑focused professional with:
* Experience in fostering, safeguarding, reviewing, or a related area
* Strong leadership and quality assurance skills
* The ability to build positive, respectful relationships with carers, children, and professionals
* A commitment to high‑quality, restorative practice
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary: £51,356 – £54,495 per annum
* Additional £2,000 Market Supplement
* Supportive, values‑driven working environment
* Opportunity to make a significant impact on fostering standards and outcomes for children
If you are passionate about improving outcomes for children and ensuring foster carers receive high‑quality support and oversight, we would love to hear from you