Local Authority Designated Officer

1 week ago


Basildon, United Kingdom Opus People Solutions Ltd Full time

Opus people solutions on behalf of Suffolk County Councill have an exciting opportunity for a Local Authority Designated Officer to join their team.

The key element is managing investigations of allegations concerning persons who work with children and young people including those who work in the private and voluntary sector. The post holder will ensure that these allegations and concerns are dealt with fairly and consistently in a way that reflects the rights of the individuals concerned but most importantly provides effective protection for the child.

This is a remote working role
- Chairing of complex meetings
- Advice and guidance to all agencies in the management of allegations
- Ensure the Suffolk Safeguarding Partnership procedures are adhered to
- Clear systems to record all consultation with LADO’s, their conclusions and referrals to statutory bodies.
- Provide regular monitoring of reporting of allegations and report regularly to the Head of Safeguarding and the Suffolk Safeguarding Partnership.
- **“Suffolk County Council’s WE ASPIRE values: Wellbeing, Equality, Achieve, Support, Pride, Innovate, Respect and Empower.**_
- The mission is to make a positive difference for Suffolk; committed to working together, striving to improve, and securing the best possible services._
- **Suffolk County Council’s Ambitions based on the council's objectives as laid out in our Corporate Strategy for 2022-26 - Our Ambitions”**_

If you thrive to make a difference and have experience, then we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £40.00-£42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37 per week

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: LADO



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