Safeguarding Lead Practitioner

Job Description Safeguarding Lead Practitioner Location: Birmingham Working Hours: 37 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 36,606 - 39,424 Make a real difference in your community Do you have substantial post-qualification experience in children and families social work, including safeguarding and child protection? Are you passionate about making a real difference for vulnerable children, adults and families? At Aquarius, part of Waythrough, we support people and communities to overcome the harms caused by alcohol, drugs and gambling. We''re looking for an experienced and confident Safeguarding Lead Practitioner to provide expert safeguarding guidance, training and support across our services. About the Role As our Safeguarding Lead Practitioner, you''ll play a key role in promoting best practice, supporting colleagues with complex safeguarding concerns, and working closely with multi-agency partners to protect children and adults at risk. You''ll: Provide expert advice, supervision and training on safeguarding matters Support staff with risk assessment, escalation and safeguarding decision-making Attend and contribute to multi-agency safeguarding meetings Develop strong relationships with statutory and voluntary sector partners Keep teams up to date with local and national safeguarding developments Represent Aquarius at strategic safeguarding forums across the region About You We''re looking for a qualified social worker (CQSW, DipSW, CSS or equivalent) ..... full job details .....