Child Contact Safeguarding Supervisor

Pathways of Hope; Chichester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways of Hope in the United Kingdom is seeking a Contact Supervisor to oversee supervised contact sessions between children and non-resident parents, ensuring safety and neutrality in line with court orders and safeguarding policies.

The role involves supervising sessions, observing interactions, recording factual reports, and escalating safeguarding concerns to management and external agencies as required. Strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise contact between children and visiting parents or relatives in accordance with court orders, risk assessments, and service agreements.
• Observe interactions discreetly and intervene appropriately if safeguarding concerns arise.
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Report and elevate concerns to management and relevant external agencies (e.g. social services) where required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice.
• Produce clear, accurate, factual, and unbiased written reports on contact sessions.
• Communicate professionally with children, parents, carers, social workers, solicitors, and court representatives where appropriate.
• Provide verbal feedback to service users where required, maintaining neutrality and professionalism.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour during contact sessions.

Job description

Pathways of Hope in the United Kingdom is seeking a Contact Supervisor to oversee supervised contact sessions between children and non-resident parents, ensuring safety and neutrality in line with court orders and safeguarding policies.

The role involves supervising sessions, observing interactions, recording factual reports, and escalating safeguarding concerns to management and external agencies as required. Strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential.