At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead safeguarding initiatives and collaborate with multi-agency partners to enhance adult safeguarding practices.
- Company: Local authority offering a pivotal role in safeguarding adults.
- Benefits: Competitive rate of £450/day, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: 2-month contract with potential for remote work and bi-weekly payments.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in safeguarding adults during a crucial phase of strategic growth.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in adult safeguarding and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
- 2-3 months contract with a local authority
- Summary
- This position offers a unique opportunity to significantly contribute to the Safeguarding Adults Board and the broader safeguarding partnership during a pivotal phase of strategic growth.
Collaborating closely with the newly appointed Independent Chair and various multi-agency partners, you will provide expert guidance, leadership, and support to uphold exemplary safeguarding practices across the partnership.
Responsibilities
- Offer expert safeguarding advice and guidance to statutory and partner agencies.
- Support the implementation of the Safeguarding Partnership's strategic priorities and objectives.
- Lead and coordinate Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs), ensuring that lessons learned are integrated into practice.
- Oversee the business and governance functions of the Safeguarding Adults Board and its sub-groups.
- Develop and deliver multi-agency safeguarding training, learning events, and communication programs.
- Conduct annual multi-agency learning needs analyses to inform training and workforce development.
- Lead quality assurance activities, including audits, performance monitoring, and data analysis.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in adult safeguarding services.
- Proven experience in advising, supporting, and challenging professionals on safeguarding issues.
- Experience in leading or contributing to Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs) or similar statutory reviews.
- Experience in delivering safeguarding training and workforce development programs.
- Demonstrated success in multi-agency partnership collaboration.
Essential Qualifications
- Degree, postgraduate qualification, or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field such as:
- Social Work
- Health
- Police
- Probation
- Education
- Community Safety
- Alternatively, a minimum of 5 years' substantial experience in a relevant safeguarding-related field.
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in safeguarding.
- Additional Information
- Contract Duration: 2 months with a local authority
- Rate: £450/day Umbrella, negotiable
- Working Hours: 7 hours per day
- Location: 25 Windsor Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 2EJ, United Kingdom
- Work Pattern: 2 days remote, 3 days in the office, negotiable weekly
- Enhanced DBS required
- Payment Schedule: Bi-weekly
- Application Deadline: 28th August 2026, apply ASAP.
Safeguarding Partnership Adults Lead in Slough employer: Civic Recruitment Limited
Civic Recruitment Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where strategic leadership in the Special Educational Needs service can truly make a difference in children's lives. With a strong focus on collaboration and professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes in the Bromley community. The supportive culture and commitment to high-quality services make this an attractive opportunity for those looking to lead impactful change.
