Local Authority Designated Officer Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, SN1 2JW Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3 Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 38.80 per hour Job Ref: OR9298 Job Responsibilities Building on our commitment to children's safety and wellbeing, this role is based in the Quality Assurance and Review Team. The successful candidate will: Provide professional and practice advice to the Council and its partners. Have overall responsibility for the management of allegations of abuse against adults in a position of trust across the authority. Person Specification We are seeking applications from individuals who meet the following criteria: SW England registered. Hold a degree (or equivalent) in social work. Have significant post-qualifying experience in children's safeguarding. Possess excellent knowledge of relevant child care legislation, policy, and best practice. Exhibit excellent communication skills. Have the ability to work independently and confidently with a range of agencies. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed. About this facility