Advanced Safeguarding Social Work Practitioner
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Advanced Safeguarding Social Work Practitioner Join Compass Community as an Advanced Safeguarding Social Work Practitioner and make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people. This hybrid, mainly home‑based role involves some travel across the South region and supports our Quality and Safeguarding Team within residential services. The Role Collaborate with operational teams to uphold safeguarding standards and drive continuous improvement. Provide mentoring, support, and challenge where safeguarding practice requires development. Monitor and review safeguarding documentation to ensure it reflects safe, high‑quality care. Promote a culture of safeguarding through robust quality assurance and compliance processes. Ensure recording and reporting reflects sound social work theory, analysis, and reflective practice. Contribute to the development of management information systems to enhance safeguarding oversight. Advise on safeguarding strategy and policy development across the organisation. Deliver coaching and workshops on safeguarding in residential care settings. Identify and communicate safeguarding concerns effectively, both verbally and in writing. Key Skills and Attributes Registered Social Worker with experience in child protection and safeguarding. Strong knowledge of children’s homes regulations and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high‑quality reports. Analytical thinking and reflective practice to support robust safeguarding assessments. Ability to influence and support colleagues across operational teams. Confident in mentoring and coaching, with a collaborative and supportive approach. Organisational and time‑management skills to manage travel, visits, and documentation effectively. IT literate, with experience using digital systems for recording and reporting. Flexible and resilient, with a commitment to continuous improvement and child‑centred practice. Full UK driving licence and access to a car, with willingness to travel across the South region. Why Join Us? Be part of a progressive, child‑focused organisation. Work within a supportive and knowledgeable safeguarding team. Influence practice and policy to improve outcomes for children and young people. Access ongoing professional development and training. Benefits of Joining Compass Cashback for various medical appointments & treatments including optical and dental with MediCash. Win up to £150 per month in our REACH awards. Receive £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years) and £600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice. 25 days annual leave, rising to 28 days within 4 years, plus all bank holidays. Additional 2.5 days each year for your birthday, a health and wellbeing day and a half day festive shopping day. Life Assurance Scheme. Named beneficiaries qualify for 3x annual salary after successful completion of probationary. Salary sacrifice schemes, including childcare vouchers, pension payments, technology and cycle to work. Clear progression pathways with our Management Training programme. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help us shape a safer, brighter future for children and young people. Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Health Care ProviderIndustries: Individual and Family Services #J-18808-Ljbffr
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