Hybrid LADO: Safeguarding Lead & Collaboration Champion

Caritas Recruitment; Kings Langley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An agency in child protection is seeking a Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) to manage allegations in children's services. The role involves overseeing individual cases, chairing meetings, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding procedures. Ideal candidates will have a social work qualification and strong safeguarding knowledge. Competitive pay and a flexible hybrid working model are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunity to enhance safeguarding practices

Qualifications

• Experience as a Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) preferred.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage allegations against individuals in the children's workforce.
• Chair LADO meetings and ensure accurate recording.
• Work with employers for appropriate referrals.

Skills

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Car driver

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

An agency in child protection is seeking a Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) to manage allegations in children's services. The role involves overseeing individual cases, chairing meetings, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding procedures. Ideal candidates will have a social work qualification and strong safeguarding knowledge. Competitive pay and a flexible hybrid working model are offered.