Are you a highly experienced and dedicated social worker with a passion for safeguarding children?
Herefordshire Council's Children's Services is seeking a highly skilled Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). This is a crucial and influential role, holding primary responsibility for managing and overseeing allegations against adults who work with children. As the LADO, you will be the lead professional in a position of significant trust and authority, ensuring that all concerns are handled thoroughly, fairly, and expeditiously.
Job Title: Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)
Location: Herefordshire Council
Pay Rate: £50.42 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Act as the single point of contact for all allegations against adults who work with children, coordinating with internal and external partners such as the Police, Children's Social Care, and other agencies.
Offer authoritative advice and guidance to employers and voluntary organizations across Herefordshire on how to manage allegations and concerns about individuals in a position of trust.
Lead and chair strategy meetings to ensure that allegations are dealt with consistently and in line with statutory guidance.
Ensure the progress of all cases is monitored, and provide regular reports to the local safeguarding children's partnership and senior leadership.
Contribute to the development and delivery of training on safer recruitment and safeguarding practices across the children's workforce.
How to Apply
To apply for this pivotal role or for more information, please upload your updated CV. For an informal discussion, do not hesitate to get in touch with Fahmida Ahmed at 07441 927663.
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