Safeguarding Officer – Petersfield

You will work closely with the Housing Team, but will ensure that all staff and Councillors, are adequately trained in the Safeguarding of Children and vulnerable adults.You will bring passion and strong organisational skills to the team during this exciting period of opportunity for the organisation.

What will I be responsible for in my new role?

You will:

• monitor the implementation and application of Safeguarding and Child Protection policies throughout the Local Authority.
• provide Safeguarding and Child Protection training for staff and volunteers
• support and assist staff wishing to raise concerns or seek help and guidance
• contribute to practice with regards to Adult Safeguarding and provide support and advice
• work with the Safeguarding Team in reviewing and enhancing training programmes and materials and ensuring that all training is up to date
• Chair meetings with the Equality & Diversity Champions.

The successful candidate will have:

• experience of providing Safeguarding and Child Protection advice and support to professionals working with children, young people, and families
• strong knowledge of current legislation, guidance, and thresholds on Child Protection
• experience of delivering training and/or seminars/advice to build the skills, confidence and understanding of others in Safeguarding and Child protection matters
• excellent organisational skills and demonstrates a flexible “can do” approach
• previous experience of working with children and families with regards to Child Protection.

If you share our core values of perseverance, integrity, compassion and creativity and excellent training skills, we would love you to join us.

This post reports directly to the Housing Solutions Manager. For more information relating to this role – please contact Kerry Hoskins – Housing Solutions Manager on 01730 234378.

The closing date for applications is 1st March 2023 with interviews likely to be held on the 6th March 2023 via Teams

The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment.