FAQs
What qualifications are required for the Head of Safeguarding position?
Candidates should be experienced senior nurses, therapists, or social workers with a strong passion for safeguarding and a commitment to delivering high-quality care for both adult and children's services.
What are the main responsibilities of the Head of Safeguarding?
Key responsibilities include providing expert advice on safety, strategic leadership in safeguarding vision and compliance, quality assurance aligned with national standards, multi-agency collaboration, and leading education and training initiatives.
Is there a focus on continuous improvement in this role?
Yes, the role involves driving continuous quality improvements to safeguarding processes and enhancing patient care.
What type of team will the Head of Safeguarding work with?
The Head of Safeguarding will work with an enthusiastic and committed team responsible for developing and implementing safeguarding strategies, quality governance, and performance management.
How does the organization view its culture of care?
At Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, there is a strong culture of care where colleagues care for each other in the same way as they care for patients, ensuring a supportive and valued environment.
Can I contact someone for more information or an informal visit?
Yes, you can contact Paula Flint, Deputy Chief Nurse at paula.flint@cht.nhs.uk, or Alison Edwards, Safeguarding Lead at alison.edwards@cht.nhs.uk or 07795540259 for further details or informal visits.
What types of services does Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust provide?
The Trust provides a wide range of services including community health care, urgent and emergency care, medical, surgical, maternity, gynaecology, critical care, children’s and young people’s services, end of life care, sexual health, and outpatient and diagnostic imaging services.
Will I have a role in training staff on safeguarding practices?
Yes, the Head of Safeguarding will lead staff training and development in safeguarding best practices to enhance service delivery.
What is the Trust’s stance on working with external stakeholders?
The Head of Safeguarding will engage in multi-agency collaboration, representing the Trust at Local Safeguarding Boards and working closely with external stakeholders to ensure effective safeguarding services.
Is this position focused solely on safeguarding practices for children?
No, the role encompasses safeguarding for both adults and children’s services within the Trust.