Safeguarding Officer Sleaford, United Kingdom 39,152 - 42,839 Permanent Apply By 17 May, 2026 Posted On 27 April, 2026

Lincolnshire County Council

Sleaford, United Kingdom
Base: £39,152 - £42,839; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Statutory safeguarding duties under care act 2014
S42 enquiries experience required
Multi-agency working capability
** Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a Safeguarding Officer in Sleaford, United Kingdom, to focus on safeguarding adults by adhering to statutory duties under the Care Act 2014. The role involves collaboration with various professionals and requires strong organizational and communication skills, along with relevant qualifications in social work, nursing, or occupational therapy. **

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on leading and coordinating enquiries relating to adults experiencing or at risk of abuse or neglect using a strength-based approach.
  • Applicants must hold a professional Social Work, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy qualification with maintained registration and post-qualifying practice experience.
  • The position offers a hybrid working model, a contributory pension, comprehensive benefits, and access to additional qualifications like AMHP.

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** Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a Safeguarding Officer in Sleaford, United Kingdom, to focus on safeguarding adults by adhering to statutory duties under the Care Act 2014. The role involves collaboration with various professionals and requires strong organizational and communication skills, along with relevant qualifications in social work, nursing, or occupational therapy. **

Salary

Base: £39,152 - £42,839; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Contributory pension; Comprehensive benefits package including discount schemes and cycle to work

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Statutory Safeguarding duties under Care Act 2014
  • S42 enquiries experience required
  • Multi-agency working capability
  • Risk enablement and strength based approach
  • Professional curiosity in complex cases

Nice-to-have

  • Creative solutions for community links
  • Supportive cohesive team environment
  • Hybrid working model flexibility
  • Commitment to Making Safeguarding Personal
  • Ability to travel across the county

Key Requirements

  • Professional Social Work OR Nursing OR Occupational Therapy qualification
  • Maintained professional registration with relevant body
  • Post qualifying practice experience in adult safeguarding
  • Fluency in spoken English per Immigration Act 2016
  • Successful criminal record check clearance

Work Rights

Not specified

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