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Head of Safeguarding for Children, Young People and Adults

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Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Healthcare
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You must be an experienced senior nurse passionate about safeguarding, with strong leadership skills in managing safeguarding teams and fostering multi-agency collaboration for effective patient care.
  • You will lead Trust-wide safeguarding efforts, ensure compliance with standards, oversee training, engage with local safeguarding boards, and monitor quality and governance processes.

Requirements

  • Are you an experienced senior nurse with a passion for safeguarding and are commitment to delivering safe, effective and high-quality care for children, young people and adults.
  • The Head of Safeguarding for Children, Young People and Adults is also responsible for the strategic, operational management and leadership of the Trust-wide Safeguarding Team and the hosted CDOP (Child Death Overview Process) Team.
  • The post holder will ensure that children and adult patients are safeguarded and ensure they receive the right response to protect them, in the right place and by staff who are skilled, trained and sensitive towards their needs.
  • The post holder will also be the Trust’s representative across the system-wide safeguarding partnerships to support effective multi-agency working for safeguarding practice and lead on building system relationships to ensure that patients are safeguarded as they move through the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland system.

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will provide leadership and co-ordinate the delivery of Trust-wide Safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring that appropriate support, supervision and risk management processes and training are in place to enable safe, efficient, effective and timely management of the Safeguarding agenda and services. Advising the Executive Lead and Trust Board on the organisation’s responsibilities around safeguarding; to ensure that safeguarding is adequately resourced and meets national standards within national guidance and staff receive adequate supervision and training to support the safeguarding delivery across the Trust.
  • Influence and lead on safeguarding governance within the Trust ensuring the arrangements are robust, fit for purpose and meeting statutory requirements with a focus on quality improvement, audit research and feedback from the people who use the Trust services. Lead LPT’s contribution to local OFSTED and CQC inspections of safeguarding, both in supporting preparation and engaging with the safeguarding inspection processes and ensure that quality systems are in place to monitor essential standards for registration.
  • Work with the Local Safeguarding Children’s Partnership Board’s (LSCPB), Adult Safeguarding Board’s (SAB) Trust’s Named Professionals, Professional Practice leads, Service Managers to develop safeguarding practice, procedures and guidance. Deputise as the Trust’s representative on local Safeguarding Partnerships and work closely with external stakeholders.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Head of Safeguarding position?

The ideal candidate should be an experienced senior nurse with a strong background in safeguarding, along with appropriate training and qualifications in child protection and adult safeguarding.

What responsibilities does the Head of Safeguarding have?

The Head of Safeguarding is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the Trust-wide Safeguarding Team, ensuring the delivery of safeguarding responsibilities, providing leadership, advising the Trust's Executive Lead and Board, and coordinating multi-agency working for safeguarding practice.

Is there a probationary period for new hires?

Yes, all substantive roles, excluding medical staff, are subject to a 6-month probationary period.

How does the Trust ensure safeguarding governance is maintained?

The post holder will influence and lead safeguarding governance within the Trust, ensuring arrangements meet statutory requirements and focus on quality improvement, including audits and incorporating feedback from service users.

What support and training is provided to staff in this role?

Adequate support, supervision, and training processes are in place to ensure staff are equipped to manage safeguarding responsibilities effectively and sensitively.

What is the Trust's approach to diversity in its workforce?

The Trust aims to develop a workforce that reflects the community, actively promoting equal opportunities and encouraging applications from all sections of the community, particularly underrepresented groups.

Can I apply if I am seeking flexible working arrangements?

Yes, the Trust considers requests for alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with its flexible working policy.

Who should I contact for more information about the job?

For more information, you can contact Michelle Churchard-Smith, DDoN, at Michelle.Churchard@nhs.net or call 07801 557885.

What is the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding practices?

The Trust takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to ensuring that children and adult patients receive the right protection and support by skilled and trained staff.

What types of services does Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust provide?

The Trust provides a range of community health, mental health, and learning disability services for people of all ages, across more than 100 settings.

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Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Creating high quality compassionate care and well-being for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust provides a wide range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care tailored to the needs of individuals and communities. They aim to improve mental health and well-being through integrated care, research, and innovation, focusing on delivering person-centered services that enhance overall quality of life.200