ABOUT THE ROLE

Bury Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are seeking a skilled and experienced professional to join our Children’s Services team as the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). This is a key safeguarding role responsible for managing and overseeing allegations made against adults who work with or care for children. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure that concerns are responded to swiftly, fairly, and in line with statutory guidance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead on the management of allegations against professionals and volunteers working with children.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to employers, managers, and partner agencies.
• Chair and coordinate multi-agency strategy meetings.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all cases.
• Monitor case progress and ensure timely resolution.
• Contribute to training, policy development, and safeguarding audits across the borough.