LADO
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £47.50 to £47.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Devon, PL1 3BJ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
Summary
We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker within Quality Assurance service to be the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)
Do not apply if you do not have a Social Work qualification with a minimum 3 years permanent experience with an English local authority.
About the Team
The post-holder will manage and oversee allegations and concerns about adults who work with children, ensuring that allegations are dealt with promptly, fairly and consistently, balancing the need to safeguard children whilst supporting employers and professionals through the process. The
LADO will provide expert safeguarding advice, chair multi-agency allegations management meetings, monitor the progress of investigations and contribute to safeguarding learning, quality assurance and service improvement activity across the children's workforce.
About you
An enthusiastic and committed Social Worker who can work effectively within a children's service. Social Workers must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualifying experience. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are also required.
Essential Requirements
- Recognised social work qualification.
- Up to date registration with Social Work England
- Identify patterns, trends and emerging safeguarding risks.
- Undertake audits and quality assurance activity relating to allegations management.
- Contribute to safeguarding reviews, practice development and service improvement.
- Determine whether concerns meet the threshold for LADO involvement.
What's on offer
£47.50 Per Hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid Working
For more information, please get in contact
Alfie Emmett-Church
Aemmett@charecruitment.com
07553040465
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