Eden Brown Synergy are currently recruiting for an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Child Protection Conference Chair to join Suffolk County Council. Duties and Responsibilities: To chair Child Protection Conferences, ensuring that decisions are made in line with statutory guidance and safeguarding procedures. To review the care plans of children looked after, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are central to all planning and decision-making. To monitor the performance of social work teams in relation to care planning and safeguarding standards. To provide robust challenge and oversight to ensure children receive appropriate and timely interventions. To work collaboratively with social workers, managers, and partner agencies to promote effective multi-agency safeguarding practice. To ensure that plans are outcome-focused, evidence-based, and meet the needs of children and their families. To contribute to service development and quality assurance within the safeguarding service. Working Pattern: Hybrid working arrangement. Pay Rate: 45.50 per hour Umbrella. Essential Requirements: Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent. Social Work England Registration. Significant post-qualification experience within Children''s Social Care. Experience chairing Child Protection Conferences and/or reviewing Looked After Children cases. Excellent understanding of legislation, guidance, and best practice in safeguarding and care plannin