Risk Assessment Officer

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Do you want to make a difference to the welfare and safeguarding of children and their families in Warwickshire?

Warwickshire County Council

Do you want to work in a multi‑agency, multi‑disciplinary setting where the primary focus is for the regard of children, young people and their families within the MARAC, DVDS and MAPPA process?

The Risk Assessment Team, which is part of the Domestic Abuse Specialist Team is seeking a part‑time (18.5 hours a week) Risk Assessment Officer to job share with the current post holder. The role will require working collaboratively with partner agencies as the Children and Families representative in multi‑agency settings, with a focus on safeguarding and managing risk.

• Contribute to Warwickshire Families First responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and their families.
• Attend MARAC as Warwickshire Families First representative.
• Attend Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (Clare’s Law) panels as Warwickshire Families First representative.
• Train and support practitioners to develop the skills to refer into and attend MARAC and MAPPA meetings where appropriate.
• Model and develop restorative and relational approaches to growing partnerships and the development of strong professional relationships.
• Provide direction and advice to partners in regard to child safeguarding.
• Be office based 1 day a week in Rugby.
• Current knowledge of Domestic Abuse legislation and the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.
• Current knowledge of public protection and safeguarding legislation.

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• Supportive managers who provide recognition and a robust supervision policy focussed on wellbeing and workload.
• Full reimbursement of Social Work England annual fee.
• A Volunteering & Wellbeing Day in addition to generous annual leave and an additional day at Christmas.
• We also offer a Refer a Friend package for some roles. Terms and Conditions apply.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre‑engagement checks, including a relevant Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed.

Warwickshire County Council adheres to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.

To discuss the role please contact Julie Low  or Stacey Gill – st

Closing Date: 14th January 2026

Interview Date: 23rd January 2026, Bloxham Centre, 8 Somers Road, Rugby, CV22 7DE

Should you require application forms in an alternative format/language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact hran and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements.

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