Strategic Leader, Multi-Agency Safeguarding Partnerships

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wakefield is seeking a Partnership Manager to provide strategic leadership across their safeguarding partnership. This role involves managing a multi-disciplinary team and ensuring compliance with safeguarding legislation. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in safeguarding practices and experience in a partnership context. Responsibilities include overseeing delivery plans, managing reviews, and developing relationships with senior stakeholders to promote effective safeguarding for children and vulnerable adults.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of current safeguarding legislation and guidance.
• Experience operating within a multi-agency partnership context.
• Previous experience working directly with children and families is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the safeguarding partnership.
• Manage multi-disciplinary Business Unit team members.
• Oversee development of the Partnership's -28 Delivery Plan.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Experience in operational management

Ability to work with senior leads

Job description

A local government authority in Wakefield is seeking a Partnership Manager to provide strategic leadership across their safeguarding partnership. This role involves managing a multi-disciplinary team and ensuring compliance with safeguarding legislation. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in safeguarding practices and experience in a partnership context. Responsibilities include overseeing delivery plans, managing reviews, and developing relationships with senior stakeholders to promote effective safeguarding for children and vulnerable adults.