ACT Safeguarding Lead

This permanent, full-time role has a starting salary of £40,929 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.

We are excited to be hiring a new Safeguarding Lead to join our fantastic Assessment Consultation Therapy (ACT) Team based in Woking, Surrey. This position is open to hybrid working and as part of ACT you will split your time between working remotely and collaborating together in the Woking office for three days per week.

ACT is a small supportive team of professionals with a strong culture that emphasises growth, development and recognition. You will be working in a tight-knit environment where each individual contribution is genuinely valued, and the supportive nature of the team fosters a deep sense of camaraderie and motivation. As a team we create an ideal space for collaboration and continued learning, where ideas flow freely, and feedback is constructive and encouraging.

Rewards and Benefits:

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Team

Assessment Consultation Therapy (ACT) is a specialist therapeutic service provided by Surrey that works directly with young children and adolescents who present and display with harmful sexualised behaviour. Our aim is to support and provide treatment for children and their families, via a therapeutic and cognitive approach, listening to understand how and why they maybe behaving or feeling the way they do.

We are a supportive and close-knit team, working from our dedicated office in Woking, where we undertake direct assessments on site with our children and young people. The nature of the work we do means there are opportunities to work holistically and collaboratively with colleagues across various professional networks. We also have on site access to our ACT Team Manager, meaning that you will be well-supported with your work, with plenty of opportunities for expanding your knowledge.

About the Role

A typical day as our Safeguarding Lead in the ACT team will include overseeing the referral pathway into ACT, writing reports, and actively participating in Strategy and Multi-Agency meetings, as well as Case Conferences and Child in Need meetings. Your expertise will also extend to providing training and consultancy to our wider network; empowering professionals to effectively manage presenting behaviours and mitigate risks. Additionally, you will contribute to the production of quarterly and annual reports.

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following:

• You are an experienced and empathetic Social Worker with a strong background in child protection
• You hold a Social Work qualification such as a Degree, Masters or Post Graduate Diploma and are registered with Social Work England
• You have extensive knowledge and understanding of the risk factors associated with sexually harmful behaviour
• You are proficient in assessing and managing referrals, and planning and coordinating enquiries
• You have proven experience in leading consultations
• You have a willingness and ability to travel across the county to meet the demands of the role

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28th November 2024 with interviews to follow.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.