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Quality Assurance Reviewing Officer (QARO) – Swindon Borough CouncilLocation: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JGHours: 37 per weekContract: 12-Week Temporary AssignmentStart Date: 24 November 2025Rate:PAYE: £50.00 per hourLimited/Umbrella: £67.46 per hourWorking Pattern: 3 days per week in the office (hybrid)Expenses: £100 per week available for candidates living 50+ miles from Swindon (until 31st December)About the RoleRibble Recruitment are proud to be assisting Swindon Borough Council in their search for a dedicated and experienced Quality Assurance Reviewing Officer (QARO) to join their Quality Assurance Team within Children’s Services.This key role provides independent oversight and quality assurance across a range of safeguarding functions, ensuring that statutory and regulatory requirements are met — and exceeded — in services supporting children, young people, and families.The successful candidate will play a pivotal part in driving strengths-based practice, promoting the voice of the child, and ensuring that every child’s rights, needs, and best interests remain at the centre of care and decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver a high-quality reviewing and assurance service across child protection, children in care, and fostering functions.Ensure all statutory and regulatory safeguarding requirements are met in line with the Children Act 1989 and Working Together 2023.Champion the voice and participation of children and young people in all planning and review processes