The Disclosure and Barring Service is now hiring for a Strategic Lead for Safeguarding
Directorate: Chairman & CEO’s Office
Grade: 6
Location: Liverpool or Darlington
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Line Management: Yes
Security Clearance: Standard DBS Vetting
Salary: £65,500 - £75,600
About the Department:
DBS operates in the complex world of safeguarding, protecting people’s health, wellbeing and human rights, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect.
We provide a service that enables organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors to make better informed, safer recruitment and other decisions.
Job Purpose:
The Lead for Safeguarding will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of safeguarding initiatives across DBS. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the post-holder will ensure DBS is assured of compliance with all safeguarding legislation and frameworks. Championing best practices they will work closely with the Strategy and Business Development Associate Director, contributing to enhancing the external profile of the DBS as a thought leader in safeguarding.
Essential Experience
1. Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a safeguarding capacity, preferably within a public sector or regulatory environment.
2. In...