Investigating Manager - TrowbridgeJob DescriptionSalary: £42,839 - £45,091 Hours per week: 37 hours Temporary/Fixed term: 6 months Interview date: Wednesday 14 & Thursday 15 January 2025 Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received. Adult Multi-Agency Safeguarding (MASH) - Safeguarding with Confidence Our dedicated MASH Team is on the lookout for a dynamic Investigating Manager to join them! The Adult MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) Team offers crucial support to individuals who are at risk of or have experienced harm and have care and support needs. The team works closely with a variety of services and virtual partner agencies, these include Children's Services, Police, various health colleagues, CQC and Advocacy as well as a range of voluntary and provider services. As an Investigating Manager, you will oversee all aspects of Section 42 enquires concerning adults at risk. This will include setting actions, agreeing on minutes and maintain oversight of the investigation from start to finish. You will be responsible for monitoring the safeguarding process to ensure it is adequately completed and outcomes are actioned appropriately. With a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in a social care setting, you should be able to demonstrate extensive professional development since qualifying. Holding a degree in Social Work alongside Social Work England registration will be essential. Our ideal candidate should possess substantial experience of case work with adults in a community health setting and leading safeguarding investigations alongside expert knowledge of social care legislation and policies relating to the safeguarding of adults at risk. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here! Under the Health and Social Care Act (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, individuals involved in regulated activity must provide a full employment history and detail any gaps. Before clicking apply please complete this full employment history form and once completed please attach it to your application form. While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity. We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations. Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity. The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. For more details, contact Eleanor Smith, Team Manager via email here. This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer Application process Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!