LADO, Bolton Council Pay rate to £45 per hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Local Authority Designated Officer to work in a Team in Bolton Council. We have a vacancy to cover the Local Authority Designated Officer in Bolton. The role involves collaborating with police, children's social care. employers and other professionals. It is important to note the LADO does not conduct investigations directly, but rather oversees and guides them to ensure thoroughness, timeliness, and fairness. · The LADO responds promptly, effectively and confidentially to allegations and concerns from all organisations offering a service to children, ensuring high standards of professionals practice consistent with legislation and statutory guidance · The LADO also has a key role in challenging and supporting agencies to take appropriate and timely steps to safeguard children from neglect and abuse by professionals, volunteers and those in public office who have direct contact with or responsibility for children. Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Looked After Children (LAC) Children’s Social Work Adult Social Work Service Manager Head of Service Team Manager Assistant Team Manager A wide range of housing roles Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities! Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.