Lead Safeguarding Officer

4 weeks ago


Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Gloucestershire County Council Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Safeguarding Specialist to join our Allegations Management team on a permanent, full-time basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing allegations against adults working with children, ensuring safe and effective decisions are made for children, and promoting excellent practice and outcomes.

About the Team

The Allegations Management team sits within the Quality Assurance and Reviewing Service, alongside the Child Protection Conferencing and Independent Reviewing Services.

The team is comprised of experienced professionals who work together to ensure the safety and well-being of children in Gloucestershire.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need a minimum of 5 years post-qualified social work experience safeguarding children and young people, as well as previous experience in management-level roles within children's social care.

You will also need to be able to work effectively in a sensitive environment, challenge assertively while maintaining professional integrity, and deliver difficult messages with sensitivity.

What We Offer

We offer a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, annual retention payment, flexible and agile working opportunities, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Occupational Health service.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please follow the link below to access the Job Profile.

We look forward to hearing from you.



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