At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead safeguarding and prevention services to protect vulnerable adults in Wiltshire.
- Company: Join Wiltshire Council, dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working model, and commitment to professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults and shape essential services.
- Qualifications: Strong safeguarding experience and leadership skills in complex environments.
The predicted salary is between 73757 - 78488 £ per year.
We are looking for a confident and experienced leader to join us as our Head of Safeguarding and Prevention, helping to shape services that protect vulnerable adults and support people to live well in Wiltshire.
This is a senior role where you will lead safeguarding, prevention and early support across a broad set of services including advice and contact, prevention and wellbeing, financial assessment and benefit, hearing and vision and the multi agency safeguarding hub (MASH).
You will bring strong safeguarding experience and the ability to lead across prevention, front door services and statutory functions. You will be comfortable working in complex environments, with a clear focus on quality, improvement, and the experience of the people we support.
You will be able to lead through change and deliver high quality outcomes for our communities. You will work closely with health partners, the voluntary sector, and colleagues across the council to deliver joined-up services and maintain high standards.
You will ensure we meet our statutory duties while continuing to improve quality and consistency. You will be a visible leader who builds trust, leads through change, and brings clarity in a demanding environment.
This is an opportunity to shape services that protect vulnerable adults, support independence, and make a difference across Wiltshire.
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.
Head of Safeguarding and Prevention employer: Wiltshire Council
Wiltshire Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. As the Head of Safeguarding and Prevention, you will have the opportunity to lead vital services that protect vulnerable adults, with access to professional development and a commitment to quality improvement. Our hybrid working model promotes flexibility, ensuring that you can balance your professional responsibilities with personal commitments, all while working in a collaborative environment dedicated to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
