Local Authority Safeguarding & Quality Assurance Lead

Newport City Council is seeking an experienced and committed Designated Officer for Safeguarding (LADO/DOS) to join our Safeguarding Team. This pivotal role focuses on managing allegations against individuals who work with children, while also supporting adult safeguarding processes where appropriate. You will play a key role in ensuring that safeguarding concerns are addressed promptly, proportionately, and in line with statutory guidance.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and coordinate the management of allegations against professionals and volunteers working with children, in line with Working Together to Safeguard People and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to employers, partner agencies, and internal colleagues on managing concerns about adults who work with children and, where relevant, adults at risk.
- Chair and coordinate multi-agency strategy meetings and contribute to safeguarding case conferences.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure timely reporting to the Regional Safeguarding Board and Welsh Government as required.
- Support the development and implementation of safeguarding policies, procedures, and training across the workforce.

What We’re Looking For

- In-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance, including the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and Working Together to Safeguard Children (Wales).
- Proven experience in managing complex safeguarding concerns, particularly those involving professionals or volunteers in positions of trust.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and multi-agency coordination skills.
- A commitment to promoting the safety, rights, and well-being of children and adults at risk.

Why Join Us?

- Be part of a dynamic, multi-agency safeguarding team making a real difference in the lives of children and adults in Newport.
- Access to continuous professional development, reflective supervision, and leadership opportunities.
- Work in a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment that values innovation and best practice.

If you're ready to take a leading role in safeguarding children and adults in Newport, we’d love to hear from you.

To discuss this post further, please contact Nia.Dawkins@newport.gov.uk

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein Gwerthoedd - Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd