Job summary Are you passionate about safeguarding adults? An exciting opportunity has arisen within theUniversity 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. Main duties of the job 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. About us 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. Date posted 28 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum pro rota Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 218-NM-B8A-6875002-C Job locations University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities Lead on the delivery of the adult safeguarding agenda as per the Trusts Safeguarding Policies. Ensure Safeguarding Referrals/concerns are compliant with current guidelines demonstrating a good understanding of the Safeguarding Adults procedures Communicate Safeguarding Adult matters across the Trust and communicate effectively with clients, relatives, staff and managers, both verbally and in writing and as appropriate. Be highly visible across the Trust and act as a resource to empower staff. Implement and evaluate practice in accordance with the Trusts governance framework ensuring an annual audit programme is in place. Support the Lead Professional for Safeguarding on the publication of the Trusts safeguarding Annual report. Lead on implementing findings from Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SAR), Domestic Homicide Reviews (DHR) or in cases where lessons to learn are necessary. Ensure the Duty of Candour is applied. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities Lead on the delivery of the adult safeguarding agenda as per the Trusts Safeguarding Policies. Ensure Safeguarding Referrals/concerns are compliant with current guidelines demonstrating a good understanding of the Safeguarding Adults procedures Communicate Safeguarding Adult matters across the Trust and communicate effectively with clients, relatives, staff and managers, both verbally and in writing and as appropriate. Be highly visible across the Trust and act as a resource to empower staff. Implement and evaluate practice in accordance with the Trusts governance framework ensuring an annual audit programme is in place. Support the Lead Professional for Safeguarding on the publication of the Trusts safeguarding Annual report. Lead on implementing findings from Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SAR), Domestic Homicide Reviews (DHR) or in cases where lessons to learn are necessary. Ensure the Duty of Candour is applied. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Experience Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Knowledge Essential See supporting documents Skills Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Person Specification Qualifications Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Experience Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Knowledge Essential See supporting documents Skills Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)