Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) - Greenwich

FJ-145

£36.13 Per Hour

Full Time

Contract

Greenwich, Greater London

Social Care

Posted 2 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Job Title: Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)
Location: The Royal Borough of Greenwich
Pay: £36.13
Agency: Pertemps
Contract Type: Temporary | Full-time

Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) to join The Royal Borough of Greenwich. This is a specialist and senior role within Children’s Services, requiring a highly authoritative professional with the ability to provide leadership, challenge senior stakeholders, and exercise statutory responsibilities with confidence.
About the Role: The LADO role is a standalone position within the local authority, providing independent oversight and leadership in managing allegations against staff and professionals who work with children.

You will:
  • Act as a senior safeguarding lead, ensuring all allegations are handled in line with statutory guidance.
  • Provide clear leadership within the Practice Improvement and Development Service.
  • Challenge and escalate concerns to senior management within and outside the local authority where necessary.
  • Offer expert advice and support across the Children’s Services Department and the wider multi-agency safeguarding partnership.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory guidance, including the IRO Handbook and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
Requirements:
  • Qualified and experienced Children’s Social Worker (Social Work England registered).
  • Experience at Team Manager level or equivalent senior safeguarding role.
  • Strong knowledge of statutory safeguarding frameworks and guidance.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and partnership working skills.
  • Confidence to challenge and escalate issues at a senior level.
Why Join?
  • Key leadership role within a respected London Borough.
  • Competitive pay and flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact on safeguarding outcomes for children and young people.
📩 Apply today or get in touch with Freya Joseph at Pertemps for more information:
📧 freya.joseph@pprsocialcare.co.uk