JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Local Authority Designated Officer (Social Worker) Specialism: Social Care Location: Skelmersdale, UK Salary: £35.00 per hour Salary Type: Hourly Contract Type: Locum, Ongoing Local Authority Designated Officer (Social Worker) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) to join a proactive and supportive team in Skelmersdale. This full-time ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £35.00 and the chance to make a meaningful impact by safeguarding children and promoting best practice across social care services. Perks and benefits Locum Job: Enjoy flexibility and variety, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments Competitive Pay: Earn £35.00 per hour, reflecting your skills and experience Professional Growth: Broaden your expertise through exposure to complex safeguarding cases Networking Opportunities: Work closely with a wide range of professionals and partner agencies What you will do Manage and oversee allegations against adults or professionals working with children Coordinate and collaborate with multi-agency partners to safeguard children and promote welfare Provide expert advice and guidance on safeguarding and child protection matters Monitor and track cases to ensure compliance with statutory guidance and best practice Deliver safeguarding training and briefings to staff and key stakeholders Why Skelmersdale? Skelmersdale offers a welcoming community, excellent transport links, and access to green spaces and local amenities. It provides a supportive environment to develop your career while enjoying a strong sense of work-life balance. Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency with an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to securing competitive rates and matching you with roles that align with your skills, experience, and career goals.