Senior Adult Safeguarding Lead | Hybrid & Flexible Hours

Community Care Live; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive local authority in the United Kingdom is seeking an Adult Safeguarding Lead to provide leadership and operational oversight in safeguarding vulnerable adults. The role allows for hybrid working and offers a competitive salary between £42,000 and £47,000. Candidates should be qualified Social Workers with strong experience in adult safeguarding and a compassionate leadership style. The authority values work-life balance, genuine investment in professional development, and staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Investment in leadership development

Strong focus on staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate professional body as a Social Worker.
• Strong experience in adult safeguarding, particularly with complex cases.
• Ability to lead confidently and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for adult safeguarding across the service.
• Lead on complex safeguarding concerns, including high-risk cases.
• Ensure alignment with legislation and best practices.

Skills

Complex decision-making

Compassionate leadership

Expert safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

A supportive local authority in the United Kingdom is seeking an Adult Safeguarding Lead to provide leadership and operational oversight in safeguarding vulnerable adults. The role allows for hybrid working and offers a competitive salary between £42,000 and £47,000. Candidates should be qualified Social Workers with strong experience in adult safeguarding and a compassionate leadership style. The authority values work-life balance, genuine investment in professional development, and staff wellbeing.