Eden Brown synergy are currently recruiting for Shropshire County Council who are looking for Senior Safeguarding Practitioner
Job Title: Senior Safeguarding Practitioner
Job Category: Social and Healthcare Qualified
Client: Shropshire Council
Location: Shropshire
Contract: 18.5 hours per week for a 3-month period
Rate: £35.89 per hour (umbrella)
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Safeguarding Practitioner to join Shropshire Councils Adults Safeguarding team. This role requires expertise in adult safeguarding, risk assessment, and implementing protection plans to reduce risk to adults with care and support needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Directing enquiries into adult safeguarding issues.
Chairing adult safeguarding meetings.
Implementing and overseeing safeguarding processes in line with the Care Act 2014.
Identifying and assessing risks to adults with care and support needs.
Developing and implementing protection plans to reduce risks.
Ensuring all safeguarding practices align with Making Safeguarding Personal principles.
Applying the Mental Capacity Act 2005 within adult safeguarding cases.
Producing clear and accurate reports and maintaining electronic service user records.
Essential Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
Proven experience in adult safeguarding and chairing safeguarding meetings.
In-depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and its impact on safeguarding practices.
Strong understanding of risk identification and protection planning.
Excellent report writing and electronic record-keeping skills.
Ability to deliver person-centred safeguarding outcomes.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, including:
Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including DoLS)
Mental Health Act 1983
Carers Acts 1995 & 2000
NHS and Community Care Act 1990
Care Act 2014
Understanding of CQC's role in safeguarding.
Desirable:
Completion of specialist adult safeguarding training.
Experience in supervisory or management roles.
Familiarity with the criminal justice system.
Personal Skills & Competencies:
Proven ability to manage staff.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Excellent time management with the ability to prioritise workload.
Adaptability to work within a changing organisation.
High professional standards even under pressure.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good IT skills for record-keeping and reporting.
Special Working Conditions:
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Richie Johnson at or call on 01756556845
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond
Refer someone who might be interested in & get £300 referral bonus !!
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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