As an independent reviewing officer (IRO) you’ll:
- oversee care plans and ensure they’re meeting the needs of children
- chair review meetings and organise them in a child-friendly way
- act as a first point of contact for children and advocate for their interests
- ensure care plans are being fully implemented by local authorities
- act as a consistent and trusted point of support in a child’s life
- manage relationships between children, families, local authorities and the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass)
- ensure local authorities are fulfilling their statutory obligations
- provide guidance and support to social workers, families, placement providers and other external partners
- follow formal escalation processes to raise concerns with senior managers or Cafcass