Designated Safeguarding Officer

Location of post: Neath Civic Centre, Neath, SA11 3QZ

Workstyle : You will be a mobile hybrid worker

Is this post a secondment? NO

Is this post politically restricted? NO

Imagine being at the forefront of practice.

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role that safeguards children and adults, supports professionals, and ensures high standards of safeguarding practice across Neath Port Talbot? If so, this is your chance to make a real difference.

As the Designated Officer for Safeguarding, you will be the key figure in managing and overseeing all safeguarding allegations made against professionals, volunteers, and carers who work with children and/or adults. This post is unique as it is one of the only posts in the UK that covers children and adults.

Acting as a trusted advisor and leader, you will ensure the highest levels of practice in child protection and adult at risk within Neath Port Talbot. As the DSM you will be instrumental in monitoring the Local Authority and partnership response to professional abuse and persons in a position of trust. But that's not all! You'll also have the chance to collaborate with key stakeholders, contributing to service delivery enhancements across Children's and Adult Services and our wider partnership, regional and national networks.

We believe in rewarding your dedication. With us, you'll enjoy the security of stable employment, a highly competitive salary, and fantastic perks including flexible working hours, ample annual leave (with additional days at Christmas), a comprehensive pension scheme, sick pay scheme, and discounted access to top-notch gym facilities. Plus, our Health and Well-being Group offers additional benefits like staff lotteries and exclusive discounts to support your overall well-being.

To apply for this incredible opportunity, you'll need a relevant social work qualification, registration with Social Care Wales, and substantial experience of working with Children and Adults.

At Neath Port Talbot Council, we are unwavering in our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults. Join our dedicated team, where every member shares this vital commitment. Our recruitment process adheres to the strictest safer recruitment assessments to ensure the utmost protection for children and adults.

If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, would like to elevate your career and make a real difference in our community, apply now and embark on a fulfilling journey with us.

Your workstyle will be a mobile hybrid worker in this role which gives you the flexibility to work from home and from a variety of Council workplaces.

For an informal discussion, please contact Chris Frey Davies, Principal Officer for Safeguarding, via email: c.frey-davies@npt.gov.uk

Closing date: Friday 29 th November, 2024.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language skills are not required.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.

In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify for this. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.

At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.

We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.

We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.