Safeguarding Adults Service Manager
Make a real difference in the lives of adults at risk in Barnsley.
Are you a driven and experienced safeguarding professional looking for your next challenge? Do you have the leadership skills to coordinate effective multi-agency collaboration to protect vulnerable adults? If so, we want to hear from you.
About the Role:
Barnsley Safeguarding Adults Board (BSAB) is seeking a skilled and motivated Board Manager to lead and coordinate the strategic delivery of our safeguarding agenda. This is a pivotal role, providing leadership, independent support and expert guidance to the Board, its sub-groups and partners. This role will support Barnsley’ Safeguarding Adult Board and Independent Chair to ensure that there is continual learning and improvement in safeguarding adults in Barnsley. This role will demonstrate the good governance required for the Board to perform its functions and to lead the work in engaging with the community and other partnerships.
You will:
- Manage and coordinate all activities of the Safeguarding Adults Board
- Lead on the development and implementation of the BSAB strategic plan
- Ensure the Board meets its statutory duties under the Care Act 2014
- Promote effective multi-agency working to safeguard adults with care and support needs
- Oversee Safeguarding Adults Reviews (SARs), audits, training, and communication
About you:
As the Barnsley Safeguarding Adults Board Business Manager, you will be educated to degree level with experience in social care, health or police services. You will have thorough knowledge of the key strategic developments and challenges in the area of Safeguarding Adults with knowledge of The Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act and other key legislation and guidance in relation to health and social care. You will possess excellent organisational, interpersonal and leadership skills to develop and sustain relationships with a partnership focus and be proactive in delivering results.
We’re looking for someone with:
- A deep understanding of adult safeguarding legislation, policy, and best practice
- Proven experience in managing multi-agency partnerships
- Strong communication, negotiation and analytical skills
- The ability to work independently and drive strategic initiatives
- A passion for promoting the rights, dignity, and safety of adults at risk
What We Offer:
- A highly supportive and collaborative work environment
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- The chance to shape safeguarding practice in Barnsley for years to come
Join Us. Protect. Empower. Lead.
Help us ensure every adult in Barnsley is safe, supported, and respected.
We’re impressed. Are you? It’s the perfect time to join our excellent team.
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Interview to be held on the 10th September
For an informal discussion contact Katherine Purton, Head of Service Commissioning, Improvement and Assurance
Salary range
- £55,946 - £59,907 per year