**Job Title: Local Area Designated Officer (LADO)**
**Location: Staffordshire County Council**
**Work arrangement: Home-based, occasional office visits**
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced Local Area Designated Officer (LADO) to join the Children's Services team at Staffordshire councty Council. You will be part of a dedicated team working with two part-time Risk Managers and two full-time LADOs, focusing on managing allegations against individuals working with children in a position of trust. While there is an opportunity to work in the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), this is not essential.
### Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on managing, reviewing, and developing procedures around allegations made against professionals working with children.
- Ensure the Council's statutory obligations are met, in line with Working Together 2018, the Education Act 2002, Keeping Children Safe in Education 2021, and relevant Children's Acts.
- Act as a trusted consultant for employers, partners, and stakeholders, offering professional advice on case management, safer recruitment, and employment practices.
- Oversee and manage individual cases, ensuring proper record-keeping and timely case conclusions.
- Work closely with Children's Services, MASH, Police, and other partner agencies to ensure allegations are handled fairly, consistently, and promptly.
- Contribute to staff training on handling allegations, child protection, and safeguarding practices.
- Chair Position of Trust meetings and attend multi-agency panels like MAPPA as needed.
- Provide guidance on referrals to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and other regulatory bodies.
### Essential Requirements:
- **Qualified Social Worker** with a degree or equivalent.
- **Registered with Social Work England**.
- **Previous experience** working as a LADO.
- Valid **driving license** and access to a vehicle.
### Why Join Eden Brown Synergy?
- Free DBS check processing.
- Referral bonus for recommending a colleague.
- Bonus for finding your own job.
- Twice-weekly payroll.
- Dedicated recruitment consultant support throughout your employment journey.
If youre ready to take on this rewarding role, send your CV to Mayur Rabari at **** or call **0114 700 3804** for more information.
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