Independent Reviewing Officer

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A permanent full time 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 High Peak and Derbyshire Dales area 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: 6 November 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.