Adult Safeguarding Officer required to work with our private sector client. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a well-respected, faith-based organisation with a strong commitment to safeguarding across the organisation. As a key member of the Safeguarding team, the successful candidate will: Act as the organisations Adult Safeguarding Champion, promoting best practice and a strong safeguarding culture Receive, assess, and manage adult safeguarding concerns, providing expert advice and appropriate escalation Liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies and maintain accurate, confidential safeguarding records Support the development and implementation of adult safeguarding policies and procedures Deliver and coordinate adult safeguarding training and contribute to quality assurance and reporting This role is 37.5 hours per week,Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Pay rate is £39,000£47,000 per annum (dependent on experience). This role will initially last for 6 months with the possibility of a permanent extension. What We Need From You A qualification in Social Work with registration on the NISCC Register, or a degree-level qualification with experience in safeguarding investigations Minimum 3 years experience in adult safeguarding, including completing safeguarding assessments and written reports Minimum 3 years experience working with safeguarding legislation in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland Experience managing safeguarding concerns as part of a caseload Willingness to undergo an enhanced Access NI check What We Will Offer You A minimum of 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) Inclusion into our company pension scheme Free Comprehensive and ongoing annual training courses Weekly pay 24 Hour on call service that can be accessed for emergencies The Next Steps Contact Ella Milligan or Jonny Bill at First Choice Selection Services Apply via the link First Choice is an equal opportunities employer Skills: safeguarding liase with agencies accurate and confidential record keeping support policies and procedures deliver and coordinate adult safeguard training quality assurance reporting