Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinator - West Mids

We're looking for caring and compassionate Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinator to join us to provide support to victims of sexual assault.

We want you to bring your unique set of skills and experience to a special place where you can reach your true potential.

Each region has its own dedicated SARC (sexual assault referral centre) which offers support and practical help to anyone who has been a victim of rape or sexual assault. Our services are co-funded by the Police and the NHS.

Location:

Willow Tree SARC, West Midlands

This is a full-time vacancy of 40 hours per week,Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm.

Driving license required.

Please note,all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and Police NVVP 2 Level vetting checks.

Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.

Job Title:

Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinator

Reports To:

SARC Manager

Purpose of the Role

The Strategy and Safeguarding Manager plays a key role in coordinating multi agency safeguarding activity for children and young people attending the SARC. The role ensures that cases are managed safely, efficiently and in line with national safeguarding standards. This includes leading on information sharing, attending strategy meetings, supporting decision making and ensuring children are directed to the most appropriate pathway at the right time.

The post holder will also provide occasional crisis worker support when required.

Main Responsibilities:

• Safeguarding and Multi Agency Coordination
• Attend all relevant strategy meetings with police and social care
• Share clear, accurate information to support multi agency decision making
• Advise on the most appropriate pathway for each child, including identifying when a child protection medical is required
• Ensure safeguarding concerns, consent, parental responsibility and contextual factors are clearly presented
• Provide timely updates and essential case information to the forensic medical examiner
• Build strong relationships with ICBs, safeguarding teams and wider partners
• Complete follow up calls, actions and case closures in line with local processes
• Provide written summaries and accurate case documentation

Crisis Worker Support

• Provide cover for Paediatric and Adult services when needed
• Support adults, children and families on arrival at the SARC
• Assist with the forensic process including evidence collection and colposcopy support
• Maintain high standards of DNA decontamination between cases

Record Keeping and Governance:

• Maintain accurate, confidential case notes
• Ensure all files, evidence and information are stored securely
• Support compliance with ISO 15189 and FSR Code of Practice
• Follow all safeguarding, confidentiality and information governance policies

Training and Development:

Maintain up to date safeguarding training.

1. Will be trained to Level 4 safeguarding standard and will be responsible for the delivery of safeguarding training at Level 3, ensuring content meets current statutory guidance, organisational policy, and best practice standard.

2. Participate in supervision and team meetings

3. Safeguarding training for colleagues and partner agencies

Working Conditions and Expectations:

• Work may involve supporting individuals who are distressed or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Manage multiple priorities and make confident, informed decisions
• Maintain a non-judgmental approach at all times

Please see Full Job Description attached.

Because of the nature of the role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2) b and 7(2) e.

Please note,all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and Police NVVP 2 Level vetting checks.

• Level 3 or above Safeguarding children and young people.
• Experience of working with children and young people
• Experience of attending or contributing to multi agency safeguarding meetings
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection processes
• Ability to risk assess and analyse complex information
• Experience managing workload in a fast paced environment
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car at all times
• Due to the nature of the role, applications are invited from females only under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2) b and 7(2) e
• Strong analytical and decision making ability
• Calm and resilient when dealing with sensitive situations
• Person centred with a commitment to…