We are seeking a highly motivated nurse or allied health professional who can demonstrate evidence of personal and professional development to join our Public Protection Team. You will be educated to degree level with a specialist Post Graduate Qualification in Child / Adult Protection or you must be prepared to undertake this. You will be self‑directed and able to prioritise your workload and have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with our partner agencies including police, social work and education. You should be able to demonstrate the use of evidence‑based practice in your work and have a good understanding of quality improvement methodology.
Key Responsibilities
* Rota cover for the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) for the purpose of participation in Interagency Referral Discussions (IRDs) for children and adults deemed at immediate risk of harm.
* Provide specialist support and advice on complex issues to all disciplines within NHS Dumfries and Galloway.
* Work with the Public Protection Team and multi‑agency colleagues to prepare and deliver Public Protection training.
* Provide supervision to NHS staff to support them in meeting their responsibilities in the protection of children and adults in line with policy and practice guidelines.
* Represent the Public Protection Team at multi‑agency meetings relating to public protection practice and contribute to the single and multi‑agency development of public protection policies and guidance.
* Work under minimum supervision after a period of mentorship and maintain close working links with other staff within the NHS and with the wider multi‑agency team.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree level education with a specialist Post Graduate Qualification in Child / Adult Protection, or willingness to undertake this qualification.
* Experience in working with protected individuals and understanding of public protection legislation.
* Demonstrated use of evidence‑based practice and understanding of quality improvement methodology.
Working Conditions
The vacancy is for 28.8 hours, based within NHS premises, with the possibility of hybrid working when service demand allows.
Requirements
A successful applicant will be required to complete a Non Disclosure Criminal Conviction Declaration.
Equal Opportunity
NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is to have a workforce that is truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Dumfries and Galloway welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Public Protection
Public protection practice encompasses the recognition and management of risk in order to prevent or reduce harm to children, (including unborn babies), young people and adults. All public protection legislation, and NHS Dumfries and Galloway (NHSDG) policies and guidance are founded on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights, and the principles of these Conventions underpin all NHSDG core business.
Additional Information for International Candidates
Right to work in the United Kingdom is a legal requirement. International candidates must have either a right to work in the UK or be eligible for a work visa. Registration with the appropriate UK professional council is required for vacancies that require professional registration.
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