Lead Independent Reviewing and Quality Assurance Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Grade 14, £58,190 to £62,531 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 25 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Isle Of Wight, South East England |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Isle of Wight Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 2026_1688 |
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37 hours per week
This is a site-based role at County Hall, Newport, Isle of Wight, with agile and flexible work practices.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Lead Independent Reviewing and Quality Assurance Officer – Children’s Social Care
Are you passionate about driving excellence in children’s social care? Do you want to be part of a bold and ambitious journey to transform services for children and families? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise and leadership to the Isle of Wight.
About Us – A Service on the Rise
We are 2 years into building a new Children’s Services on the Isle of Wight, following the conclusion of our 10-year partnership with Hampshire County Council. Since then, we’ve made significant progress, recognised through:
Ofsted focused visits (October 2024)
Peer reviews
Support and recognition from the Local Government Association
We’ve introduced a new IOW MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) and a Referral & Intervention Service, creating space for Social Workers to deliver timely interventions and achieve long-lasting change for families.
Support & Protection Teams have been redesigned: Our service has been restructured with a strong focus on:
Reduced caseloads for better work-life balance.
High level of management support & oversight
Reflective supervision to support your professional growth.
Comprehensive training to help you thrive.
Innovative Leadership: Our newly appointed Principal Social Worker is driving system improvements and implementing the Family First programme, ensuring families are at the heart of everything we do.
Collaborative Culture: We believe in “Creating Change Together” – with regular all-staff briefings and an ethos of teamwork and shared learning
Our new senior leadership team is committed to creating a connected, child-centred directorate, where Children’s Social Care works hand-in-hand with Education, Inclusion, and Access services to improve outcomes for every child.
About the Role
As Lead Independent Reviewing and Quality Assurance Officer, you’ll lead our quality assurance function, ensuring high standards of safeguarding, practice, and service delivery. You’ll drive audit activity, performance analysis, and continuous improvement—embedding a culture of learning, accountability, and excellence.
You’ll manage:
The Independent Reviewing Service
This is a pivotal role for someone with a strong background in children’s social care, a sharp analytical mind, and a deep commitment to improving lives through robust quality assurance.
Why Join Us?
Our Vision: Creating Change Together
Our Practice Model: Relational | Strengths-Based | Solution-Focused | Restorative
Our Culture: Inclusive, supportive, and ambitious
We believe that our staff thrive when they are valued, supported, and empowered. That’s why we invest in the right tools, conditions, and professional development to help you be your best.
The Isle of Wight – A Great Place to Work and Live
Whether you're relocating or already local, the Island offers a unique lifestyle—stunning natural beauty, a strong sense of community, and a real opportunity to make a difference in a place where your work truly matters.
Ready to Lead Change?
If you’re a Qualified and Experienced Social Worker registered with Social Work England, and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we’d love to hear from you.
Be part of something special. Join us in shaping the future of children’s services on the Isle of Wight.
We embody this model in all our relationships. We embrace an inclusive culture and will support you in your role and challenge you to be your best.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children on the Isle of Wight!
This is a site-based role at County Hall, Newport, Isle of Wight, with agile and flexible work practices.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Lead Independent Reviewing and Quality Assurance Officer – Children’s Social Care
Are you passionate about driving excellence in children’s social care? Do you want to be part of a bold and ambitious journey to transform services for children and families? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise and leadership to the Isle of Wight.
About Us – A Service on the Rise
We are 2 years into building a new Children’s Services on the Isle of Wight, following the conclusion of our 10-year partnership with Hampshire County Council. Since then, we’ve made significant progress, recognised through:
Ofsted focused visits (October 2024)
Peer reviews
Support and recognition from the Local Government Association
We’ve introduced a new IOW MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) and a Referral & Intervention Service, creating space for Social Workers to deliver timely interventions and achieve long-lasting change for families.
Support & Protection Teams have been redesigned: Our service has been restructured with a strong focus on:
Reduced caseloads for better work-life balance.
High level of management support & oversight
Reflective supervision to support your professional growth.
Comprehensive training to help you thrive.
Innovative Leadership: Our newly appointed Principal Social Worker is driving system improvements and implementing the Family First programme, ensuring families are at the heart of everything we do.
Collaborative Culture: We believe in “Creating Change Together” – with regular all-staff briefings and an ethos of teamwork and shared learning
Our new senior leadership team is committed to creating a connected, child-centred directorate, where Children’s Social Care works hand-in-hand with Education, Inclusion, and Access services to improve outcomes for every child.
About the Role
As Lead Independent Reviewing and Quality Assurance Officer, you’ll lead our quality assurance function, ensuring high standards of safeguarding, practice, and service delivery. You’ll drive audit activity, performance analysis, and continuous improvement—embedding a culture of learning, accountability, and excellence.
You’ll manage:
The Independent Reviewing Service
This is a pivotal role for someone with a strong background in children’s social care, a sharp analytical mind, and a deep commitment to improving lives through robust quality assurance.
Why Join Us?
Our Vision: Creating Change Together
Our Practice Model: Relational | Strengths-Based | Solution-Focused | Restorative
Our Culture: Inclusive, supportive, and ambitious
We believe that our staff thrive when they are valued, supported, and empowered. That’s why we invest in the right tools, conditions, and professional development to help you be your best.
The Isle of Wight – A Great Place to Work and Live
Whether you're relocating or already local, the Island offers a unique lifestyle—stunning natural beauty, a strong sense of community, and a real opportunity to make a difference in a place where your work truly matters.
Ready to Lead Change?
If you’re a Qualified and Experienced Social Worker registered with Social Work England, and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we’d love to hear from you.
Be part of something special. Join us in shaping the future of children’s services on the Isle of Wight.
We embody this model in all our relationships. We embrace an inclusive culture and will support you in your role and challenge you to be your best.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children on the Isle of Wight!
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