A permanent 4-day Independent Reviewing Officer post has become vacant in Derbyshire providing a rare opportunity to join an established team of IROs. This is a key role in quality assuring the care plans and interventions for children looked after. The role will primarily be covering the South of the county but work may also be allocated from other areas.
Derbyshire established their Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) service in 1999 and the team has continued to expand and develop in the intervening years.
The current team work flexibly, with a team base at County Hall Matlock but with most of their work being undertaken from home or where the children live.
Team members have monthly supervision and regular access to training through the regional development days, team meetings and other local opportunities with partner agencies.
The IRO service benefits from the involvement of a well- resourced Virtual school, specialist health support, locality children in care teams and a recently inspected and well regarded Leaving Care service.
In addition we offer the opportunity to live and work in an area of outstanding natural beauty which is also in close proximity to the major cities of Manchester, Sheffield, Nottingham and Derby.
Applicants must be registered with Social Work England as a Social Worker and are required to have management experience. Additionally, you will need to be a car driver and have access to a car. A DBS check is also required.
If you require more details please contact Kathryn.Thompson@derbyshire.gov.uk
Provisional Interview Date: 23 May 2025
