Position: Independent Reviewing Officer Team: Looked After Children Pay Rate: £40 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Yorkshire Working Pattern: Hybrid – minimum of 3 days office-based Sheldon Phillips are working with a Local Authority in Yorkshire who are seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to join their Looked After Children service on a temporary basis until the end of December. This role is focused exclusively on Looked After Children and does not include chairing child protection conferences. What You Can Expect: Supportive and established team with strong leadership Flexible working pattern with hybrid arrangements Opportunity to contribute to service improvement and quality assurance within the LAC service Duties and Responsibilities: Chair Looked After Children (LAC) reviews in line with statutory requirements Monitor care plans to ensure they meet the needs and best interests of the child Challenge and escalate concerns where drift or delay is identified Work collaboratively with social workers, managers, and external partners to ensure effective care planning Provide professional oversight and contribute to continuous service development Ensure compliance with statutory duties and the IRO Handbook Requirements: SWE Registration Social Work qualification Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualified experience within a local authority Substantial experience working with Looked After Children and families Proven ability to chair complex meetings and manage multi-agency dynamics In-depth understanding of Care Planning Regulations and the statutory duties of an IRO If you’re an experienced practitioner looking to take on a short-term role with a strong focus on improving outcomes for Looked After Children, we’d love to hear from you. Contact: Emily Cooper – (phone number removed)