IRO/Conference Chair
Liverpool City Council
12th October 2026 - 4th January 2027
£29.20 per hour
Pendine Close, Liverpool, L2 2DH
Role
Who You Are
Must have recent Independent Reviewing Officer experience and significant experience with full knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Children's legislation. Requires at least 3 years of permanent post-qualification experience.
What the job involves
To independently arrange, chair, and review multi-agency Child Protection conferences in line with statutory requirements and guidance. The role involves quality assurance of all Child Protection Plans to ensure they are on track and within statutory timelines, with appropriate challenge to practice where needed. Must work at least 3 days on site per week, with an office based in L6 3BH. The initial placement is for 3 months.
Skills
- Independent Reviewing Officer experience
- Knowledge of Safeguarding and Children's legislation
- Ability to challenge and quality assure Child Protection Plans
- Experience in multi-agency coordination