An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated General Practitioner to join the National Safeguarding Service (NSS) within Public Health Wales as a National Safeguarding GP.
This is a strategic, national leadership role, working across NHS Wales and partner agencies to strengthen safeguarding practice, influence policy, and drive quality improvement across primary care. The post holder will play a key role in shaping the safeguarding agenda in Wales and providing expert advice at the highest levels.
The National Safeguarding Service (NSS) is a national team focused on improving safeguarding leadership, collaboration and outcomes across NHS Wales. You will help drive innovation, influence national policy, and support system-wide improvement in safeguarding practice.
The NQIG Directorate brings together three key divisions: Nursing and Quality, Integrated Governance, and the National Safeguarding Service. Our shared mission is to enhance quality and capability across public health services in Wales. We do this by engaging with, enabling, and empowering those we work with and serve, helping to build a healthier future for all.
The National Safeguarding GP Will
- Provide professional and system leadership for safeguarding across primary care in NHS Wales.
- Advise Welsh Government, Health Boards, and senior clinicians on safeguarding policy, legislation, and best practice.
- Lead and support the development of national safeguarding policy, guidance, and improvement programmes in relation to primary care, within the scope of an agreed workplan.
- Act as a key link between primary care, National Safeguarding Service, NHS Wales Safeguarding Network, and multi‑agency partners.
- Influence and support quality improvement, assurance, and learning from safeguarding reviews.
- Analyse and present complex safeguarding data and reports at national and Board level.
We are Public Health Wales
Public Health Wales is the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is “Working together for a healthier Wales”. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well‑being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.
We are guided by our values: ‘Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference’. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.
National Safeguarding General Practitioner (GP) in Cardiff employer: Public Health Wales
Public Health Wales is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead national safeguarding initiatives that directly enhance community health and well-being. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and professional development, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters growth and collaboration across NHS Wales. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying the advantages of working in a vital public health role.
