About the role
North Yorkshire Council have a national reputation for excellence, and we are looking for Independent Reviewing Officers with a variety of experience and skills.
Are you looking for a challenging and exciting role in a dedicated team? Do you have a passion for ensuring that children and young people receive the best care and support possible? As an IRO in North Yorkshire, you will have a key role in ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people.
Responsibilities
* Deliver on all aspects of the Independent Reviewing Officer guidance, chair reviews and oversee the plans for Children in Care.
* Chair Child Protection Conferences.
* Undertake Regulation 44 visits to children’s homes.
* Conduct Annual Reviews for Foster Carers.
* Provide a crucial quality assurance role and significantly contribute to improving outcomes for children and young people.
* Chair complex meetings across North Yorkshire as required.
* Meet with children and their families in person while working remotely from multiple locations.
Qualifications and Experience
Experience working as an Independent Reviewing Officer or similar role in children’s services.
Experience conducting reviews, child protection conferences, Regulation 44 visits, and foster carer reviews.
Demonstrated ability to chair meetings and provide quality assurance.
Ability to travel across North Yorkshire and work from multiple locations.
Key Dates
Closing date: 21 June 2026
Key Documents
Job Description.
Benefits & Requirements
Salary: £47,181 - £51,356 per annum.
Grade: M; Contract: Permanent; Hours: 37 per week; Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults or children at risk.
EEO Statement
North Yorkshire Council’s purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
For more information visit https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/cswl-jobs.
For further information regarding the roles contact Rachel Kingdom, Group Manager Effective Practice and QA on Rachel.Kingdom@northyorks.gov.uk.
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