Qualified Social Worker - Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
Location: Greater Manchester
Pay Rate: £40 per hour
Contract Type: Agency
Are you an experienced and passionate Qualified Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a skilled Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join a committed team in Greater Manchester, supporting improved outcomes for children and young people across the region.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding and care planning, while working within a supportive and well-managed local authority.
About the Role
As an IRO, you will:
1. Chair Initial and Review Child Protection Conferences, Children Looked After Reviews, and Foster Carer Annual Reviews in line with statutory guidance and timescales.
2. Promote timely, child-centred planning and ensure the voice of the child remains central to all reviews and decision-making processes.
3. Monitor care plans and challenge delays or deficits in planning or service provision.
4. Provide professional oversight and independent scrutiny to support the best outcomes for children.
5. Collaborate effectively with social workers, managers, external agencies, and families.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a confident, knowledgeable, and experienced social work professional who:
6. Is a Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
7. Has 4+ years’ post-qualifying experience in children’s social care
8. Understands Child Protection legislation, care planning, and statutory responsibilities
9. Has strong chairing, mediation, and negotiation skills
10. Is able to build and maintain effective relationships with children, families, and professionals
11. Takes a creative, reflective, and solution-focused approach
12. Can work effectively within multi-agency settings and advocate for timely, appropriate interventions
Why Join via Pertemps?
13. A dedicated consultant with access to all roles across the UK
14. Fast, online registration process
15. Weekly payroll that’s prompt and reliable
16. Referral schemes and incentives
17. Full support with ongoing compliance
18. Access to exclusive IRO and senior-level opportunities
Commutable from:
Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Rochdale, Bolton, Bury, Wigan, Oldham, Trafford, Tameside, Macclesfield, Warrington, Altrincham, Leigh, Blackburn, Preston, Chester, Runcorn, Widnes, Liverpool, Huddersfield, and more.
Not the right role for you?
We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work – including:
19. MASH | Child Protection | Children Looked After
20. Duty & Assessment | EHCP | Children with Disabilities
21. Best Interest Assessor | AMHP | Fostering | Adult Mental Health
22. Hospital Discharge | Homelessness | Team/Service Management
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Apply now or contact us today to learn more.