Opus People Solutions on behalf of Sandwell Children's Trust are looking for a Local Authority Designated Officer to join their team.
The LADO is based in our Quality Assurance and Safeguarding Service alongside the Child Protection Conference Chairs and Independent Review Officers, managed by three Principal IRO's and has a dedicated Business Admin Officer.
As the Local Authority Designated Officer you will: -
- Be part of a wider management team involved in the delivery of the Safeguarding Unit improvement plan.
- Providing advice, information and guidance to employers and voluntary organizations around allegations and concerns against people who work with children;
- To chair complex multi-agency meetings in line with statutory guidance, overseeing
- individual cases from all partner agencies;
- Ensure the child's voice is heard and that they are safeguarded;
- Ensure there is a consistent, fair and thorough process for all persons working with children and young people;
- Monitor the progression of all cases to ensure they are dealt with as quickly as possible.
- Develop and maintain accurate records and report on the work of the LADO in quarterly and annual reports.
- Contribute to the delivery of training through Sandwell Children's Safeguarding Partnership and our learning and development team.
- Hold a small number of Children We Care For and Children on Child Protection Plans as Independent Chair (capacity allowing).
- Chair complex strategy meetings specifically in respect of children who are "at risk of significant harm" (capacity allowing).
- Actively participate in the quality assurance function of the effectiveness of the LADO.
If you thrive to make a difference and experience, then we would love to hear from you