Job summary
INTERNAL ONLY
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Safeguarding team to cover Maternity Leave for a safeguarding practitioner this role would be suitable for a registered nurse or allied health care professional .
The applicant will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic and have some experience in safeguarding.
We are looking for a dynamic forward-thinking, well organised individual with excellent communication skills .
You will need to have the ability to work autonomously, under pressure and to deadlines . You will need IT skills to communicate and deliver teaching.
Main duties of the job
To work closely with the Trust Safeguarding Team in supporting all activities necessary to ensure that the Trust meets its statutory responsibilities in safeguarding adults at risk of abuse and neglect.
To act as a role model for Trust staff in the area of safeguarding
To participate in the operational work of the Trust Safeguarding Team, this may include giving advice to Trust staff, participating in safeguarding strategy meetings, participating in safeguarding enquiries and the education of Trust staff and to support Mental Health Liaison Nurse.
To work within a multi-professional / agency arena, liaising with all relevant agencies to protect and promote the welfare of children and adults at risk of abuse and neglect.
About us
The team works through influencing others, so it is essential to be able to communicate effectively with other professionals from multiple agencies.With a commitment to the protection and safeguarding of adults at risk and the implementation of the Mental Capacity Act and Human Rights Act, you will have an understanding of the interface between the Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will undertake audits and notes reviews as well as review adult safeguarding concerns and identifying key themes and trends in support of the governance processes.
The team also takes responsibility for overseeing the implementation of the Safeguarding Adults policy, including education and training. The team also provides support and guidance relating to the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2009).You will provide education, training and advice to clinicians on complex cases in the ward setting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will undertake audits and notes reviews as well as review adult safeguarding concerns and identifying key themes and trends in support of the governance processes.
The team also takes responsibility for overseeing the implementation of the Safeguarding Adults policy, including education and training. The team also provides support and guidance relating to the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2009).You will provide education, training and advice to clinicians on complex cases in the ward setting.
Person Specification
Registered Nurse or Allied Health Practitioner
Essential
- registered with NMC or HPC
Experience and knowledge of Safeguarding
Essential
- able to demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding including polices and procedures
- experience of teaching
- ability of working in a team and autonomously
- Registered Practitioner
- ability to challenge poor practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of mental capacity Act and Dols
- practical experience of undertaking audits
- practical experience of Adult safeguarding
- practical experience of multi professional working
Person Specification
Registered Nurse or Allied Health Practitioner
Essential
- registered with NMC or HPC
Experience and knowledge of Safeguarding
Essential
- able to demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding including polices and procedures
- experience of teaching
- ability of working in a team and autonomously
- Registered Practitioner
- ability to challenge poor practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of mental capacity Act and Dols
- practical experience of undertaking audits
- practical experience of Adult safeguarding
- practical experience of multi professional working
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
