Job Title: Childrens Independent Reviewing Officer / Conference Chair
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Location:Barnsley
Contract Type: Temporary (Full-Time)
Hours: Monday Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm
Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days onsite
Driving Requirement: Essential
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Childrens Independent Reviewing Officer / Conference Chair to join our team in Sheffield on a temporary full-time basis.
While advertised as an IRO role, this position requires strong experience in quality assurance and regulatory compliance, particularly Regulation 44 visits, within childrens residential and supported accommodation settings.
This is a critical role focused on ensuring high-quality, safe, and compliant placements for children and young people through robust monitoring, provider engagement, and continuous service improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct Regulation 44 visits and complete detailed Quality Assurance (QA) assessments of residential homes
* Monitor provider performance and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards
* Respond confidently and effectively to serious concerns and safeguarding issues
* Work collaboratively with LADO and attend Strategy Meetings where required
* Make informed decisions regarding QA outcomes, compliance actions, and next steps
* Liaise with providers to obtain QA documentation and address compliance queries
* Coordinate with internal teams (commissioning, placements, QA, finance) to ensure clear communication on provider quality
* Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues on regulatory expectations and QA processes
Essential Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification
* Post-qualification experience in childrens services
* Significant experience as an IRO / Conference Chair, with additional QA and compliance expertise
* Proven experience conducting Regulation 44 visits
* Strong understanding of Ofsted standards, safeguarding frameworks, and regulatory xsngvjr requirements
* Experience working alongside LADO and participating in Strategy Meetings
* Ability to assess risk, interpret QA data, and make sound professional decisions
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Enhanced DBS (Children) registered on the Update Service
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Desirable Skills
* Strong analytical ability to interpret performance data, trends, and QA indicators
* Experience working across Childrens Placements or Commissioning services