Social Work Independent Chair - Safeguarding in Bristol, Avon

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Work Independent Chair – Safeguarding
Location: Bristol, UK
Hourly Rate: £49.88
Contract Type: Full-time | Ongoing | Locum

Lead with Purpose in a High-Impact Safeguarding Role

Are you an experienced social work professional with a passion for safeguarding and leadership? We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a Social Work Independent Chair to take the lead in safeguarding processes across Bristol. With an attractive hourly rate of £49.88, this full-time ongoing locum role places you at the heart of strategic safeguarding decision-making.

What You Will Do

• Independently chair and facilitate multi-agency safeguarding meetings, ensuring a child- or adult-focused approach.

• Provide clear, authoritative guidance to ensure best practice in safeguarding procedures and policy compliance.

• Monitor and review safeguarding plans, holding agencies accountable for progress and outcomes.

• Collaborate with partners across health, education, and law enforcement to drive shared safeguarding priorities.

• Champion quality assurance, supporting learning and continuous improvement through case analysis and reflective practice.

• Manage complex safeguarding cases with professionalism, offering both support and appropriate challenge.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum Flexibility: Shape your career around your life, with control over your working hours and assignments.

• Excellent Pay: Earn up to £49.88 hourly—a rate that reflects the seniority and responsibility of your role.

• Professional Development: Take on varied, challenging cases that expand your experience and sharpen your leadership.

• Build Your Network: Connect with safeguarding professionals across multiple sectors and agencies.

• Make a Difference: Lead decisions that directly impact the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals.

Why Work in Bristol?

With its thriving arts scene, historic harbourside, and dynamic community, Bristol is one of the UK’s most exciting cities to live and work in. Excellent transport links, green spaces, and a strong sense of culture and diversity make it an ideal backdrop for a fulfilling professional journey in social care.

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