Band 8b Occupational Therapist - Head of Safeguarding Team

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Job Title: Band 8b Occupational Therapist - Head of Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Safeguarding
Location: Gloucester
Salary: Up to £45 per hour (depending on experience)
Type: Locum, Full Time, Ongoing Contract

Join us as the Head of Safeguarding in our Gloucester-based team, where you will take on an instrumental role in shaping and steering our safeguarding strategy. This is more than just a position; it is an opportunity to lead with purpose and make a tangible difference. Working full-time, you will bring your occupational therapy expertise to the forefront, leading our safeguarding initiatives with creativity and innovation.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible Locum Work: Delight in the ultimate work-life balance with flexible hours that suit your schedule, giving you the opportunity to focus on what matters most.
• Professional Growth: Enjoy a diverse range of experiences across different settings, bringing versatility and enriching professional development.
• Competitive Pay: Benefit from excellent hourly rates that offer financial freedom and flexibility, with no commitment to long-term contracts.
• Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network and increase your expertise through a variety of unique experiences.

What you will do:

• Represent the Trust in all aspects of the Safeguarding Adults and Children's Board activity and their associated delivery groups.
• Lead the development and delivery of comprehensive training programmes for safeguarding adults and children across the organisation.
• Produce and present high-quality assurance reports at Trust Board level, including action plans, risk management, and audit data.
• Continue to drive progress and participate in the One Integration Project for Health Services Safeguarding across the County Integrated Care System.
• Lead and manage PREVENT related work within the Trust to ensure robust safeguarding measures.
• Collaborate across departments, representing the team and driving continuous improvement in safeguarding processes.

Qualifications / Requirements / Person Specification:

• HCPC registration is essential.
• A valid driving licence is required, as travel within Gloucester is essential.

Living and working in Gloucester is a wonderful experience, with a blend of rich history and vibrant modernity. Nestled in the heart of England, it offers the tranquillity of countryside living with all the amenities and cultural offerings of a bustling city. Come and make a difference in a place where work and lifestyle come together harmoniously. Join us in Gloucester today!

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