Senior Child Protection Specialist

4 days ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The Priory Full time
Job Title: Senior Child Protection Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Child Protection Specialist to lead our team in providing exceptional care and support to vulnerable children.

About the Role:

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' needs, environments, and functional abilities, including risk assessments.
  • Take the lead on POVA or Child Protection issues, applying knowledge of statutory policies and procedures to protect vulnerable clients.
  • Collaborate with relatives, agencies, and official organizations to coordinate admissions, discharges, and long-term needs.
  • Coordinate health, rehabilitation, and social services to provide individually tailored programs for each client.
  • Supervise and practice-teach students and trainees assigned to the unit.

Key Accountabilities:

  1. To conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the client's status, environment, and functional abilities.
  2. To take the lead on POVA or Child Protection issues and apply relevant statutory policies.
  3. To collaborate with various stakeholders and coordinate client-centered programs.
  4. To ensure the necessary level of care is established for each client.

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Benefits: Free on-site parking, subsidised meals, Priory Perks discount portal, wellbeing committee, and comprehensive induction.



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