Independent Reviewing Officer (Social Worker Qualified)
Liquid Personnel
Swindon, WiltshireView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£57,867
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will review child protection, care and fostering cases to keep services safe and improve them. It suits experienced social workers who enjoy independent, detail‑focused work.
What you'll need
- Qualified social worker (Level 2 or 3)
- Experience in child protection or children in care
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently and make decisions
- Good knowledge of UK child welfare legislation
How to boost your chances
- Highlight any child protection work on your CV
- Prepare clear examples of service improvements you led
- Research the local authority's policies before interview
- Gather references from senior managers who know your work
- Practice explaining how you stay objective in reviews
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Job description
Liquid Personnel is partnering with a forward-thinking local authority in Swindon to recruit a Quality Assurance Reviewing Officer (IRO). This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced social work professional to play a key role in safeguarding children, driving service improvement, and providing independent oversight across Child Protection, Children in Care, and Fostering Reviews. This role is split into IRO & CP Chair and you will get a choice of which role you prefer. The Role Reporting…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
16 August 2026
Last checked
9 October 2026
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