Qualified Social Worker, Independent Reviewing Officer

Pay rate: £40 per hour

Contract role

Vitalis is recruiting qualified social workers for the role of Independent Reviewing Officer in Stockport Council.

The initial contract is for 4 months to cover sickness absence. The role involves working 30 hours over 4 days per week, with flexible start and finish times and flexible working options, including use of TOIL. The primary responsibility is to review plans for cared-for children and pathway plans of care leavers. Some team members also chair CP conferences; although not expected, occasional requests to undertake this work may occur to support the service.

The role is hybrid. Our office base is at Grand Central, Stockport (48-52 Grand Central, Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3SS). While there is an option to work from home, reviews are preferred to be held in person. The post holder must be able to travel to Stockport to conduct reviews and visit children. There are no fixed office days, but we often hold face-to-face supervision, monthly team meetings, and training at the Civic Campus near Grand Central. Most children reside in Stockport or the surrounding GM area, with some placements further afield.

Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing, and SEND

• Dedicated Consultant – Access a specialist who understands the market and can offer tailored career advice and job search support.
• Hassle-Free Registration – Our simple registration process helps you get started quickly.
• Exclusive Incentives – Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other perks.
• Compliance Simplified – We handle ongoing compliance paperwork so you can focus on your career.
• Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and consistently.

We recruit for a wide range of public sector roles, including:

• Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
• Team Manager
• Assistant Team Manager
• Housing roles
• SEND roles in local authorities

Contact Olivia Russell at olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or call 07521053670 to explore this and other opportunities.