Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer) to work within Surrey County Council.

Job Purpose

LADO required in Fairmount House, Leatherhead.

The role requirements include -

Provide advice and guidance to employers, other agencies and voluntary organisations in Surrey regarding concerns or allegations against those working or volunteering with children and young people; allegations management and safe employment in accordance with relevant procedures and in a timely manner to maximise the safety and welfare of children and young people.

Chair Managing allegations strategy meetings ( MASM) regarding allegations made against staff, carers and volunteers, liaising with the police and other agencies as necessary, and ensuring that the management of information regarding allegations is kept up to date. Have an understanding of Education safeguarding policy and procedures.

Immediately advise the LADO Manager and in her/his absence, relevant senior managers, as necessary, about potentially high profile situations and significant safeguarding matters that may either compromise a child's safety, or raise other areas of concern including policy development needs and other professional issues that should reasonably be brought to management attention.

Work with the LADO, Surrey's Safeguarding Children Board (SSCB), and others regarding the development of inter-agency performance management processes, standards and performance indicators.

Contribute to the delivery of Managing allegation training to staff and volunteers across the children's workforce in Surrey.

Analyse performance management information and support the LADO to present reports to senior management.

You will need to be:

HCPC registered

Eligible to work in the UK

Why Choose Remedy?

Competitive pay rates

Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies

1st tier agency

Up to £250 for each social work professional you refer to us who we place*

If you are interested and would like to find out more please apply to this advert with a copy of your updated CV. Alternatively, please send your CV directly