LADO: Safeguarding Allegations Lead

The LADO ensures that allegations against people who work with children, in positions of trust, are co-ordinated and that corresponding welfare concerns, in relation to children involved, are being dealt with without delay. The LADO role also includes providing guidance and consultation to employers/voluntary organisations, liaising with partner agencies and monitoring the swift and fair progression of cases according to statutory requirements.

The role further involves:

• The Local Authority’s statutory compliance with managing allegations
• Providing guidance, advice and training to professionals to manage allegations
• Producing an annual activity report for the Executive Group of the Local Safeguarding Partnerships
• Contributing to the development of local safeguarding procedures
• Undertaking other duties within the Safeguarding and Quality Service, such as chairing Child Protection conferences as and when the need arises

You will have:

• A Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England
• Extensive post-qualifying experience including statutory work with children and their families as either Practice Consultant or Team Manager
• A working knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026 and all other relevant legislation, policies, procedures and guidance relevant to safeguarding and the role of the LADO
• Experience dealing with complex and challenging allocations, including those with Child Protection plans, LAC status or court allocations
• Experience of multi-agency working and driving good practice
• Ability to produce reports to a high standard
• Experience working in a range of roles across Children and Young People
• Confidence in escalating issues of concerns as appropriate
• Experience of quality assurance including completing high quality audits

Why join us?

• Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays
• Excellent pension with generous employer contributions (LGPS)
• Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles
• Supportive family-friendly policies for parents, guardians, and carers
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans
• Travel perks including affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and great onsite facilities
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career
• Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure, and entertainment

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Postings working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

We are a disability confident employer and welcome applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria and provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.