Qualified Practitioner - Safeguarding Team - Adults (G11)
Lincolnshire County Council
Who You Are
As a Safeguarding Officer, you are adept at operating within fast-paced, ever-evolving environments, specifically focused on the protection of at-risk adults. Under the guidance of Safeguarding Principal Practitioners, you deliver critical, statutory safeguarding functions in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and multi-agency safeguarding procedures.
What the job involves
This role provides a unique opportunity to lead and coordinate safeguarding enquiries, working collaboratively with partner agencies to address concerns of abuse or neglect. With a strengths-based, person-centred approach, you ensure the interests of individuals remain central to decision-making, promoting choice, control, and positive outcomes. The position is remote, supporting sections 42(i) decision making, and requires full-time office attendance during the first week for equipment setup and policy overview. Contract extension is possible.
Skills
- Strong Safeguarding Knowledge
- Risk Assessment & Decision-Making
- Triage Expertise
- Professional Curiosity
- Strengths-Based Practice
- Multi-Agency Working
- Resilience & Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Communication & Engagement
- Creative Problem Solving