Interim LADO - Child Safeguarding Leader (Hybrid)

Community Care Live; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Cardiff is seeking an experienced individual for the Interim LADO role within Children’s Services. This position involves managing safeguarding allegations and providing vital guidance to various stakeholders, with a focus on ensuring that the child’s voice remains central to decision-making. Ideal candidates should have significant safeguarding experience, strong communication skills, and a Social Work qualification. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and a dynamic caseload that contributes to safeguarding practices in Wales.

Qualifications

• Experience managing safeguarding allegations in a professional setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills for guiding stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage safeguarding allegations within Children's Services.
• Ensure child’s voice is central to decision-making.
• Provide guidance to various stakeholders regarding safeguarding practices.

Skills

Safeguarding experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

A local authority in Cardiff is seeking an experienced individual for the Interim LADO role within Children’s Services. This position involves managing safeguarding allegations and providing vital guidance to various stakeholders, with a focus on ensuring that the child’s voice remains central to decision-making. Ideal candidates should have significant safeguarding experience, strong communication skills, and a Social Work qualification. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and a dynamic caseload that contributes to safeguarding practices in Wales.