2885 - Safeguarding Children Advisor (RNA)

We are currently seeking a Safeguarding Children advisor to join our team at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, that is a highly motivated and experienced practitioner who is capable of positively influencing practice and is competent to lead practitioners in the provision of appropriate safeguarding input for those receiving care from BHNFT with the support of the Named Nurse for Safeguarding Children., BHNFT has an all age Safeguarding Team that performs corporate functions to ensure that BHNFT meets it statutory and contractual obligations in terms of safeguarding. This work includes;

Ensuring that all staff have the required knowledge, skills and competence to support them in identifying and responding to any safeguarding concerns ensuring action has been taken to keep people safe.

Ensuring staff have access to advice, support and supervision appropriate to their need and role

Ensuring that suitable policies, procedures and guidance are in place to underpin safe practice

To work in partnership across Barnsley and surrounding areas to promote safeguarding agendas and partnership working

Are you a passionate and dedicated individual looking to make a difference in the lives of children?

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.