Safeguarding Officer (part time)

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a part time Safeguarding Officer to join the Council on a two year fixed term contract.

This newly created role will be key in raising awareness of safeguarding and ensuring collaborative working is developed and sustained with the intention to improve safeguarding practice across all services within the Council, as the Council recognises that safeguarding is the responsibility of all its employees.

The post will oversee the maintenance of high-quality systems, including monitoring and evaluating safeguarding policies and procedures, effective provision, training and the co-ordination of safeguarding referrals to enable the Council to meet and discharge its safeguarding responsibilities.

The postholder will be responsible for the implementation of safeguarding projects; safeguarding risk management; support of a network of Designated Safeguarding Leads; and promoting safe practice in line with the Council?s Safeguarding Policy. You will... will need to have effective communication skills and experience of Safeguarding, meeting statutory corporate responsibilities for an organisation.

The post is based at the Council's offices in Kings Hill, West Malling, but there are options to work remotely and flexibly.

Due to the way the post is funded, the role is offered on a a part time basis on a two year fixed term contract.

If you would like to find out further information about this vacancy then please email [email protected] (direct candidates only please)

Planned interview date: 12th November 2024

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