Safeguarding Officer
6 months ago
**A little bit about what we are looking for...**
Are you ready to lead a dynamic team, shape our neighbourhoods, and drive operational excellence? As the Safeguarding Officer at PA Housing, you will hold a pivotal position in safeguarding the well-being and rights of vulnerable individuals. Resident welfare is key in everything we do, in this role you will support the Safeguarding Manager in delivering an outstanding service to our residents.
We embrace the future of work with our hybrid working model, offering you the flexibility to thrive in your role. You'll have the opportunity to blend the best of both worlds, spending approximately 2-3 days per week in the office with the remainder being from the comfort of your own home. However bear in mind during your probation and training, we may request more office presence to ensure you feel fully supported and equipped for success. Your well-being and confidence in your role are paramount to us, and we're committed to providing the flexibility you need to excel. Of course if you'd prefer to be in the office more, then that is completely fine with us too
As part of our commitment to promoting work-life balance, we offer an optional 9-day fortnight scheme*. With this arrangement, you have the opportunity to compress your hours into nine days, allowing you to enjoy a bonus day off every fortnight. It's our way of empowering you to achieve greater flexibility and recharge, helping you be your best self.
**Your responsibilities...**
- Immerse yourself in the resident experience, anticipating their requirements and taking proactive steps to meet them.
- Assessing incoming referrals, directing clients to additional services, and offering support.
- Providing advocacy, emotional, practical support and information to victims which include but is not limited to legal and civil options, housing, health, and finance.
- Work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse.
- Proactively evaluate the needs and safety of any children associated with residents using the service, addressing identified risks or needs directly, and taking necessary steps to safeguard them.
- We recommend you read the full job description to get a really good understanding of what the role entails, you can find this as a downloadable attachment at the bottom of the advert._
- At least 3 years' experience in successfully managing Safeguarding cases in a housing or local authority environment
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices pertaining to Safeguarding Adults and Children.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in crafting complex reports.
- Extensive experience of supporting and advocating on behalf of Domestic Abuse Survivor.
- A good knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures, and legislation.
**AGENCIES: We know where you are if we need your support so please do not contact us.
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