Job summaryCornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Specialist Safeguarding practitioner to join our highly respected Integrated Safeguarding Team. This is an exciting opportunity to influence safeguarding practice across community, acute Trust, mental health and learning disability services, ensuring children, young people and families receive the right support at the right time.As a Specialist Safeguarding practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting staff across both Royal Cornwall Hospital and Cornwall Foundation Trust to recognise, respond to and manage safeguarding concerns. You will provide expert advice, supervision, training and professional leadership to help ensure safeguarding remains at the heart of everything we do.Main duties of the jobo Plan and provide supervision, support, training and advice and act as a source of specialist knowledge for CPFT in matters relating to safeguarding children.o Work countywide under the direction of the Named Nurse for safeguarding children.o Develop partnership working with statutory and voluntary organisations to aid communication and provide better outcomes for children and families.o Ensure robust communication takes place minimising risks to the children, families and the organisation.o Undertake audits to monitor the robust and quality decision making in children safeguardingAbout usWe're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.DetailsDate posted11 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary 49,387 to 56,515 a year Per Annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number201-26-801Job locationsImpact Hub RCHTCFT/RCHT Integrated Safeguarding Services IMPACT Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust Treliske TR1 3LJTruroTR1 3LJUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents. Job description Job responsibilitiesTo view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents. Person Specification Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience EssentialProfessional qualification - RMN, RNLD, RNC, OT, PT, SLTCurrent professional registration - e.g NMC, HCPCSubstantial experience in Safeguarding Children & continued practice & professional developmentDesirableLeadership qualification / course Knowledge and abilities EssentialKnowledge of Children Safeguarding policies, context and legislationPresentation skills e.g. PowerPoint/interactive resourcesDesirableUnderstands the potential personal impact of safeguarding/child protection work on professionalsTeaching and Assessing Skills and Aptitude EssentialMulti-agency and skill mix working Person Specification Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience EssentialProfessional qualification - RMN, RNLD, RNC, OT, PT, SLTCurrent professional registration - e.g NMC, HCPCSubstantial experience in Safeguarding Children & continued practice & professional developmentDesirableLeadership qualification / course Knowledge and abilities EssentialKnowledge of Children Safeguarding policies, context and legislationPresentation skills e.g. PowerPoint/interactive resourcesDesirableUnderstands the potential personal impact of safeguarding/child protection work on professionalsTeaching and Assessing Skills and Aptitude EssentialMulti-agency and skill mix workingDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCornwall Partnership NHS Foundation TrustAddressImpact Hub RCHTCFT/RCHT Integrated Safeguarding Services IMPACT Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust Treliske TR1 3LJTruroTR1 3LJUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCornwall Partnership NHS Foundation TrustAddressImpact Hub RCHTCFT/RCHT Integrated Safeguarding Services IMPACT Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust Treliske TR1 3LJTruroTR1 3LJUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Safeguarding Children Practitioner in Cornwall employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
