Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinator - West Mids - FT in Wednesbury

We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals to join us as Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinators to provide support to victims of sexual assault. We want you to bring your unique set of skills and experience to a special place where you can reach your true potential.

Main duties of the job:

• Each region has its own dedicated SARC (sexual assault referral centre) which offers support and practical help to anyone who has been a victim of rape or sexual assault. Our services are co-funded by the Police and the NHS.

Location: Willow Tree SARC, West Midlands

This is a full-time vacancy of 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. Driving license required.

Please note, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and Police NVVP 2 Level vetting checks.

About us:

Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.

Job responsibilities:

• Purpose of the Role: The Strategy and Safeguarding Manager plays a key role in coordinating multi-agency safeguarding activity for children and young people attending the SARC. The role ensures that cases are managed safely, efficiently and in line with national safeguarding standards.
• Main Responsibilities:

• Safeguarding and Multi Agency Coordination

• Attend all relevant strategy meetings with police and social care
• Share clear, accurate information to support multi-agency decision making
• Advise on the most appropriate pathway for each child, including identifying when a child protection medical is required
• Ensure safeguarding concerns, consent, parental responsibility and contextual factors are clearly presented
• Provide timely updates and essential case information to the forensic medical examiner
• Build strong relationships with ICBs, safeguarding teams and wider partners
• Complete follow up calls, actions and case closures in line with local processes
• Provide written summaries and accurate case documentation

• Provide cover for Paediatric and Adult services when needed
• Support adults, children and families on arrival at the SARC
• Assist with the forensic process including evidence collection and colposcopy support
• Maintain high standards of DNA decontamination between cases

• Maintain accurate, confidential case notes
• Ensure all files, evidence and information are stored securely
• Support compliance with ISO 15189 and FSR Code of Practice
• Follow all safeguarding, confidentiality and information governance policies

• Maintain up to date safeguarding training.
• Will be trained to Level 4 safeguarding standard and will be responsible for the delivery of safeguarding training at Level 3, ensuring content meets current statutory guidance, organisational policy, and best practice standard.
• Participate in supervision and team meetings
• Safeguarding training for colleagues and partner agencies

Working Conditions and Expectations:

• Work may involve supporting individuals who are distressed or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Manage multiple priorities and make confident, informed decisions
• Maintain a non-judgmental approach at all times

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: Level 3 or above Safeguarding children and young people.
• Experience of working with children and young people
• Experience of attending or contributing to multi-agency safeguarding meetings
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection processes
• Ability to risk assess and analyse complex information
• Experience managing workload in a fast-paced environment
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car at all times
• Strong analytical and decision-making ability
• Calm and resilient when dealing with sensitive situations
• Person-centred with a commitment to confidentiality and equality

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.