LADO Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) to join our Quality Assurance Practice & Improvement Service in Cambridgeshire County Council. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safeguarding of children is central to all decision making, and will manage a busy and varied caseload to ensure the well-being and safety of children.

• Convene and chair multi-agency Allegations Management Meetings where the threshold for LADO intervention is met.
• Provide training to partner agencies to raise awareness of the LADO and ensure policies and procedures are followed to safeguard children.
• Represent Children's Services by attending Cambridgeshire and Peterborough MAPPA meetings.

The ideal candidate will have a Social Work qualification and experience in working in a fast-paced environment and managing risk. They will also have experience in safeguarding children and the ability to recognise, analyse and manage risk.

Cambridgeshire County Council values diversity and inclusion, and is committed to building a workplace that is compassionate and inclusive. We offer a range of benefits, including a comprehensive wellbeing package, development opportunities, and paid volunteering hours.

The estimated salary for this role is £43,738 - £51,351 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package, including a contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, and access to discounted gym membership.