**Safeguarding Practitioner - Adult Safeguarding Team** **Shropshire Council** **Hybrid Working** **Driver Required** **£28.40 per hour Umbrella** Are you an experienced Adult Safeguarding professional passionate about protecting vulnerable adults and achieving positive outcomes? Shropshire Council is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Practitioner to join its busy and supportive Adult Safeguarding and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding adults with care and support needs, working within a collaborative multi-agency environment while promoting independence, wellbeing, and person-centred practice. The Role As a Safeguarding Practitioner, you will manage and undertake safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014, ensuring individuals are protected from abuse and neglect while promoting a Making Safeguarding Personal approach. You will work closely with adults, families, health professionals, care providers, and partner agencies to reduce risk and support positive, sustainable outcomes. Key Responsibilities* Undertake adult safeguarding enquiries in accordance with the Care Act 2014.* Assess and manage risks relating to abuse, neglect, and exploitation.* Develop, implement, and review safeguarding plans to ensure the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults.* Work collaboratively with health services, care providers, partner agencies, and internal teams.* Build and maintain effective relationships with care providers, supporting quality standards and best practice.* Contribute to multi-agency safeguarding processes and risk reduction strategies.* Ensure safeguarding interventions are person-centred, proportionate, and outcome-focused.* Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with statutory and organisational requirements.*This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.* If you're an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. **Apply today or contact Opus People Solutions for more information.** #J-18808-Ljbffr
Social Work Safeguarding Practitioner Shrewsbury, Missouri Up to £28.40 / hour employer: SourceFlow
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