Overview
Are you passionate about safeguarding and ready to lead best practice across a dynamic health board? We’re seeking a highly skilled, experienced and professionally curious Specialist Safeguarding Adults Practitioner to join our dedicated team. The post involves working across the Health Board with a base to be confirmed at interview. There will be a requirement to travel between sites in a timely manner to attend meetings, deliver training or provide safeguarding support. This Band 7 role offers the opportunity to influence safeguarding strategy, deliver high-impact training, and provide expert guidance across Hywel Dda UHB.
You’ll work closely with the Lead Adult Safeguarding Practitioner and Head of Safeguarding, supporting staff to meet their statutory responsibilities under key legislation including the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act and Wales Safeguarding Procedures. You’ll also lead safeguarding audits, contribute to multi-agency reviews, and deliver Safeguarding training to staff across all levels.
Responsibilities
* Safeguarding Leadership & Advice
o Support the Lead Adult Safeguarding Practitioner and deputise at multi-agency meetings.
o Provide expert safeguarding advice, supervision, and guidance to health professionals.
o Lead safeguarding investigations in complex/high-risk cases.
* Training & Development
o Plan, deliver, and evaluate safeguarding training across the Health Board.
o Identify training needs and embed learning from practice reviews and audits.
* Multi-Agency Collaboration
o Work closely with Local Authority, Police, and other statutory partners.
o Represent the Health Board in safeguarding forums and contribute to regional safeguarding strategies.
* Case Management & Enquiries
o Screen referrals, coordinate the response to Section 126 enquiries, and manage safeguarding concerns.
o Produce and support the development of risk assessments, protection plans, and reports for safeguarding meetings.
* Service Improvement & Governance
o Lead safeguarding audits and contribute to policy development and service improvement.
* Communication & Reporting
o Communicate complex safeguarding information clearly to professionals and service users.
o Produce reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
* Information Management
o Maintain accurate safeguarding records and support data analysis for assurance reporting.
Qualifications
* A registered healthcare professional with significant safeguarding experience
* Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
* Proven ability to manage complex safeguarding cases and investigations
* Experience in multi-agency working and delivering safeguarding training
About Hywel Dda UHB
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in: four main hospitals (Bronglais, Glangwili, Prince Philip, Withybush); five community hospitals; two integrated care centres; 47 general practices (including six Health Board managed); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers; and numerous mental health and learning disabilities services.
How to apply
For further details / informal visits contact: Heather Howells, Lead Adult Safeguarding Practitioner, heather.howells@wales.nhs.uk, 07970 814372. Sarah Rogers, Specialist Safeguarding Adults Practitioner, 07825 073173.
Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hywel Dda University Health Board by 2x.
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