Independent Reviewing Officer, Wigan Council Pay rate to £40 per hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to work in a Team in Wigan Council. We are delighted to be able to recruit an additional part time Independent Fostering Reviewing Officer to join Wigan’s Independent Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit. The Independent Fostering Reviewing Officer will ensure that the Local Authority fulfils its statutory responsibility to undertake a review of the approved foster carers. The Independent Fostering Reviewing Officer will: You will have responsibility for the process of reviewing Wigan Children’s Services approved foster carers by organising, advising, and chairing the statutory reviews of foster carers You will provide advice to foster carers and practitioners and hold a scrutiny and challenge role for ensuring effective assessment, CPD/ training, support and supervision, statutory visiting and achieving positive outcomes for children in their care. Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Looked After Children (LAC) Children’s Social Work Adult Social Work Service Manager Head of Service Team Manager Assistant Team Manager A wide range of housing roles Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities! Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.