Head of Safeguarding

at  East of England Ambulance Service Trust

We are seeking a person with extensive experience and knowledge in relation to Safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.
This person is passionate about Safeguarding and can lead the team to ensure that all staff are trained and aware of the issues and processes to follow when a concern is noted.
The post holder will be the Trust’s ’Named Professional’.
You will be confident in dealing with the multiple agencies involved across the six counties we serve. You will have experience of reporting to senior meetings and dealing with queries from outside agencies.
The Safeguarding Lead is an ambassador providing advance theory and practical knowledge in developing a safety culture through sound management of safeguarding incidents and processes using improvement methodology to learn lessons and achieve sustainable change
Working proactively in partnership with the executive leadership team, operational top teams, clinical leads and selected external stakeholders to ensure Safeguarding arrangements are in place across the Trust; demonstrating political astuteness and an ability to manage priorities with competing deadlines.
To lead the development, co-ordination and implementation of effective risk management strategies within the Safeguarding Team and ensure the integrity of the Risk Register, CQC Key Lines of Enquiry and meeting the legislative requirements as set out in the Children’s Act, Care Act and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
You’ll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone’s throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted

Please refer the Job description for details