Local Authority Designated Officer - West Midlands, United Kingdom - Eden Brown Synergy

Eden Brown Synergy
Eden Brown Synergy
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West Midlands, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Qualified Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) in Coventry city Council.


  • To comply with local and national guidance and procedures and in doing so support the continuous development and maintenance of a robust system for managing allegations against people who work with children
  • To ensure that responses to allegations are dealt with fairly, consistently, and expeditiously.
  • To contribute to developing and embedding safe practice into performance, behaviour and culture within the Council and partner agencies through the ongoing development and delivery of allegations management training.
  • To maintain a LADO action plan in response to the changing local provider landscape in particular for difficult to reach sectors and organisations.
  • Contribute to Children's Services quality assurance activity. Analyse LADO performance management information and support the Risk Management Coordinator to prepare and present reports to senior management and the Local Safeguarding Partnership.
  • To promote links with other Local Authority Designated Officers through active membership of national and local LADO networks to ensure sharing of best practice protocols for continued service improvement
  • To develop and maintain effective working relationships and communications with key statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies working with children in Coventry and to develop and maintain links with appropriate HR Professionals in respect of management of safe recruitment practice and the resolution of cases in accordance with HR policy and procedure.
  • To advise relevant senior managers on operational matters relating to allegations against professionals in their employment using the established Need to Know process.

Essential Requirements:


  • Social Work Qualification
  • Degree or equivalent
  • At least 2 years' experience as a Team manager within children's services
  • Social Work England Registration
  • Driving license and access to own vehicle
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Rohit Mahakur at or call on


Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:

  • DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
  • Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
  • Bonus for finding your own job
  • Twice weekly payroll
Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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