Safeguarding Research Officers Adult Safeguarding (Adult Social Care) - (3 positions) - Ref: SS03824

Grade G5; Salary: £25119 to £28770

An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Adult Safeguarding Hub as a Safeguarding Research Officer.

We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to join an Adult social care team in the Borough of Walsall as an unqualified worker.

Why Walsall?

There are lots of exciting ways to progress your career in Walsall by accessing a range of training and working alongside qualified social workers and managers within the adult safeguarding hub. We want you to make a real and positive difference for vulnerable adults in Walsall. In return, we will offer you support, recognition and a commitment to help you learn and grow.

Main Responsibilities of role

Act as the initial point of contact for all incoming safeguarding referrals, whether via phone, email, or other communication channels.
Promptly and accurately record information related to safeguarding concerns in accordance with established protocols and guidelines.
Collaborate with other team members, including social workers and relevant professionals, to ensure appropriate responses to safeguarding concerns.
Communicate effectively with reporting individuals and agencies, providing guidance and support when necessary.
Maintain accurate records of all interactions and actions taken in response to safeguarding referrals.
Adhere to confidentiality and data protection regulations, ensuring the security of information.
Participate in regular team meetings and training sessions to stay up to date with safeguarding practices and procedures.

The ideal candidate

Will :

Have a level of understanding of adult social care and adult safeguarding.

Have an excellent ability to communicate with others both verbally and in writing and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Have excellent Information Technology Skills.

Be able to work effectively and efficiently as part of an Adult Safeguarding social work team.

If you would like to discuss further or for an informal chat please do not hesitate to contact Paul Sharpe Team Manager on 01922658939 or e mail Paul.sharpe@walsall.gov.uk or Angela Weir Advanced Practitioner 0300 555 2922 Angela.weir@walsall.gov.uk

View: Job Description and Employee Specification

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children and young people and vulnerable adults.

Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas

Closing date 10th September 2024
Interviews Week beginning 16th September 2024

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. See our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.