Senior Safeguarding & Partnerships Leader

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; England; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Head of Safeguarding to provide strategic leadership within Adult Wellbeing and Health Partnerships. The successful candidate will oversee compliance with safeguarding practices and regulations, manage key partnerships, and lead significant service transformation. This full-time role requires extensive experience in Adult Safeguarding, influencing senior stakeholders, and a commitment to equity and inclusion. The closing date for applications is December 31, 2025.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience within Adult Safeguarding or Adult Social Care.
• Expert knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy and statutory guidance.
• Proven experience working with Safeguarding Adults Boards and multi‑agency partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and expert advice on Adult Safeguarding.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
• Lead safeguarding quality assurance frameworks across providers.
• Work in partnership to deliver integrated safeguarding responses.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.

Skills

Senior leadership experience in Adult Safeguarding

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Experience with Safeguarding Adults Boards

Understanding of commissioning contract monitoring

Experience in service transformation

Ability to manage safeguarding risk

Management of multidisciplinary teams

Analytical skills with performance data

Ability to influence at senior level

Commitment to equity and inclusion

Confident communication

Job description

A local government authority is seeking a Head of Safeguarding to provide strategic leadership within Adult Wellbeing and Health Partnerships. The successful candidate will oversee compliance with safeguarding practices and regulations, manage key partnerships, and lead significant service transformation. This full-time role requires extensive experience in Adult Safeguarding, influencing senior stakeholders, and a commitment to equity and inclusion. The closing date for applications is December 31, 2025.