Job Description
Job description
Are you passionate about safeguarding adults? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire to recruit to this key post.
The post holder will join a team of experienced safeguarding professionals in an integrated adults and children's safeguarding team committed to their work and improving experiences and outcomes of the population they serve.
The post holder will be a visible leader with the skills and vision to promote safeguarding across the Trust. In conjunction with the Lead Professional for Safeguarding they will drive forward safeguarding activities that will ensure the Trust meets its statutory responsibilities to safeguard and is compliant with all relevant legislation and guidance.
This is a senior clinical post, supporting safeguarding strategy, and providing professional and clinical leadership, expert clinical advice and consultancy to staff, ensuring that all safeguarding standards are met.
Applicants are required to have significant experience as a registered professional working in senior roles across the NHS, independent and statutory safeguarding partners, and be able to clearly demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Line manage members of the Safeguarding Team, ensuring that Personal Development Reviews (PDRs/Appraisals) and Mandatory Training requirements are being achieved.
• Work in partnership with the Local Safeguarding Adults Board and its sub groups to facilitate effective Safeguarding practice.
• Deputise for the Lead Professional for Safeguarding when required.
• Ensure that staff support and advice is readily available, and that there is clear guidance as to whom to contact for out of hours advice.
• Support the development and delivery of robust internal systems to promote a consistent, high quality safeguarding service.
• Lead on the development and provision of training programmes for Safeguarding Adults (and supporting programmes for training safeguarding children) across the organisation.
• Be an active member of the Trusts internal Safeguarding Adults, Children and Young People Committee and any working groups/forums to enhance the Safeguarding Adult agendas.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lisa Pratley Job title: Lead Professional for Safeguarding Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 024 76+6 7712
Are you passionate about safeguarding adults? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire to recruit to this key post.
The post holder will join a team of experienced safeguarding professionals in an integrated adults and children's safeguarding team committed to their work and improving experiences and outcomes of the population they serve.
The post holder will be a visible leader with the skills and vision to promote safeguarding across the Trust. In conjunction with the Lead Professional for Safeguarding they will drive forward safeguarding activities that will ensure the Trust meets its statutory responsibilities to safeguard and is compliant with all relevant legislation and guidance.
This is a senior clinical post, supporting safeguarding strategy, and providing professional and clinical leadership, expert clinical advice and consultancy to staff, ensuring that all safeguarding standards are met.
Applicants are required to have significant experience as a registered professional working in senior roles across the NHS, independent and statutory safeguarding partners, and be able to clearly demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Line manage members of the Safeguarding Team, ensuring that Personal Development Reviews (PDRs/Appraisals) and Mandatory Training requirements are being achieved.
• Work in partnership with the Local Safeguarding Adults Board and its sub groups to facilitate effective Safeguarding practice.
• Deputise for the Lead Professional for Safeguarding when required.
• Ensure that staff support and advice is readily available, and that there is clear guidance as to whom to contact for out of hours advice.
• Support the development and delivery of robust internal systems to promote a consistent, high quality safeguarding service.
• Lead on the development and provision of training programmes for Safeguarding Adults (and supporting programmes for training safeguarding children) across the organisation.
• Be an active member of the Trusts internal Safeguarding Adults, Children and Young People Committee and any working groups/forums to enhance the Safeguarding Adult agendas.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lisa Pratley Job title: Lead Professional for Safeguarding Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 024 76+6 7712
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Named Nurse for Safeguarding Adults position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Coventry offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.
