Head of SafeguardingNHS
Job summary
1. We especially encourage applications from among professionals with background in adults safeguarding and from among social workers and allied health professionals, to diversify the skill mix in the team.
2. We aim to recruit applicants with background and significant experience in the field of mental health and learning disability field (MH/LD social worker / AHP / nurse).
3.We encourage applicants with strong background in operational line management, especially within the safeguarding teams / mental health / learning disability services in Local Authorities or managing safeguarding teams within other NHS trusts.
Please note - previous applicants need not apply
This role supports the Associate Director of Safeguarding and Legal Affairs in delivering high quality safeguarding assurance across the organisation, in line with local and national legislation and guidance.
Working across both child and adult safeguarding, the post holder will collaborate with internal and external partners to promote safe, effective practice. We welcome applicants who are developing their safeguarding expertise and will provide support to build skills and confidence in specialist areas.
The post holder will act as deputy to the Associate Director of Safeguarding and Legal Affairs when required, provide line management to the Named Professionals and overall operational management of both the Corporate Safeguarding Service and MASH function.
Main duties of the job
All details are included in the attached job description and personal specification. Should you have any queries reach out to the recruiter.
Job description
All details are included in the attached job description and personal specification. Should you have any queries reach out to the recruiter.
About us
As a trust we are committed to ensuring staffs wellbeing, providing access to various networks, trust wide mindfulness groups, self-referral physio services, staff counselling. In addition to this you will have access to the Vivup services, Car lease schemes and other benefits.