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NELFT NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need leadership experience in adult safeguarding, line management skills, legal literacy, expertise in complex family situations, and teamwork abilities to support others sensitively.
  • You will manage staff, deliver training, oversee safeguarding policies, handle case escalations, analyze data, and attend meetings while ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements.

Requirements

  • Significant experience of a leadership role in adult safeguarding
  • Line management responsibility
  • Thorough legal literacy
  • Highly specialist knowledge and understanding of working with complex family situations in relation to safeguarding adults
  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team and support the needs of others in a sensitive and effective manner

Responsibilities

  • Providing line management, supervision and appraisals.
  • Deliver the safeguarding work plan.
  • Be responsible for ensuring that NELFT meets its statutory safeguarding requirements.
  • Support services within their operational bases.
  • Provide advice via the duty safeguarding helpline.
  • Delivering safeguarding training to NELFT services.
  • Oversee staff induction and manage staff development and competencies.
  • Provide safeguarding adults supervision to other members within the safeguarding team.
  • Support internal and external case escalations.
  • Developing new, and, reviewing existing training programmes to ensure training is aligned to the National Intercollegiate documents.
  • Review and develop new and existing safeguarding policies and procedures.
  • Developing and reviewing working processes within the safeguarding team.
  • Leading on and/or overseeing internal and external audits.
  • Reviewing and analysis of safeguarding data.
  • Ensuring internal, mandatory and statutory reports are completed and to the agreed deadlines.
  • Leading on Safeguarding Learning Review process.
  • Attendance at priority internal, external safeguarding meetings.
  • Deputising attendance for the Head of safeguarding and/or providing cover for fellow colleagues at priority meetings.
  • Work alongside our NELFT safeguarding children's colleagues and promoting 'Think Family'.
  • Supporting our external partners and operational colleagues to effectively coordinate and communicate all safeguarding concerns.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Named Professional for Safeguarding Adults.

Where is the position based?

The position is based within operational service bases in North East London and Suite One Phoenix House in Basildon at least twice a week.

What experience is required for this role?

Significant experience of a leadership role in adult safeguarding, line management responsibility, and thorough legal literacy is required.

Will the post holder be working alone or as part of a team?

The post holder will be working as part of a team, collaborating with individuals and groups across professional and organisational boundaries.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Named Professional for Safeguarding Adults?

Responsibilities include providing line management, delivering the safeguarding work plan, ensuring statutory safeguarding requirements are met, providing advice via the duty safeguarding helpline, and overseeing staff induction and training.

How often will the post holder need to attend internal meetings?

The post holder will need to attend internal NELFT meetings, multi-agency partnership meetings, and Safeguarding Adult Board (SAB) sub-group meetings as required.

Is there a probationary period for this position?

Yes, this post will be subject to a probationary period, although internal applicants may be exempt unless they are currently in a probationary period or are bank staff.

What additional financial benefit is offered for this role?

The role attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary, with a minimum of £4,551 to a maximum of £5,735.

How does NELFT support new starters?

NELFT provides a comprehensive induction for new starters, which lasts up to two weeks and includes mandatory training, systems training, and opportunities to meet the executive team and senior managers.

Are there any vaccination requirements for this role?

Yes, NELFT encourages all staff to ensure they have been double vaccinated and received their booster against COVID-19.

Who can be contacted for further details or informal visits regarding the job?

For further details, Matthew Lazard, the Head of Safeguarding, can be contacted via email at matthew.lazard@nelft.nhs.uk or by phone at 0330 555 1201.

How will interviews for this position be conducted?

The interview will be held in person, with dates, times, and venues confirmed following shortlisting.

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NELFT NHS Foundation Trust

We provide mental health & community health services across London, Essex and Kent.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

North East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers a wide range of community and mental health services to improve the well-being of individuals in the region. Their mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and support, focusing on patient-centered care. Their purpose is to enhance the health and quality of life for their communities through integrated services, compassionate care, and continuous improvement in health outcomes.