Deputy Safeguarding Manager

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KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION Essential: • Good understanding of safeguarding in practice and safer recruitment. • Up to date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and developments. • Commitment to ongoing professional development. • Understanding of risk assessment and management. Desirable: • Understanding of developing and delivering training programmes. • Knowledge of data protection and the UK GDPR. EXPERIENCE Essential: • Experience of working in a safeguarding capacity, either paid or voluntary. • Experience of giving advice and support around safeguarding related issues and decision making. • Experience of maintaining a survivor-focused approach. Desirable: • Experience of working as a volunteer or with volunteers, ideally in volunteer management. • Experience of and insight into creating a culture that prioritises well-being and support. • Experience of reviewing safeguarding information and using record management systems e.g. CPOMS. • Experience of involving young people in services and understanding of the importance of listening to children. • Experience of managing and leading projects. SKILLS Essential: • Demonstrates initiative and ability to effectively manage multiple areas of work. • Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills. • Ability to assess risk, prioritise concerns, and make prompt, defensible safeguarding decisions in fast-moving situations. • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, inspiring confidence and trust. • Creative problem solver, able to analyse situations and suggest solutions. • Excellent record–keeper and case recording skills, able to maintain easily accessible and well organised records. • Competent in using a range of digital systems and tools, including case management systems.