About this role
Job summary
There is a vacancy within Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT) for a highly skilled Adult Safeguarding Practitioner.
Safeguarding is a valued and integral part of multi-disciplinary working across the Trust. MFT has created the opportunity for a full time Senior Specialist Adult Safeguarding Nurse to assist the Matron/ Named Nurses within the trust. The post involves opportunities to contribute to wider practice development and initiatives surrounding adult safeguarding.
Safeguarding is integral to Governance arrangements within MFT and we are looking for someone with a commitment to high standards and a belief in delivering reliable and quality service provision in an area of work that is demanding and challenging but rewarding. The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively across the wider MFT footprint, supporting colleagues at all Trust sites by providing expert safeguarding advice, specialist knowledge, education and professional leadership to promote consistent and effective safeguarding practice.
Main duties of the job
Applicants should have experience of working with situations that may present challenges for patients and staff and have an understanding of the national and local issues involved in safeguarding adults. A proven ability to engage in effective multi-disciplinary teamwork is required as is some experience of working with multi-agency partners.
The post holder will work closely with the Adult Named Nurse in working to conform to the mandatory and statutory frameworks to ultimately improve the outcomes for adults at risk across the MFT footprint.
The right candidate will be highly motivated with a passion for ensuring high standards of care across the safeguarding adult agenda, including adults at risk of abuse, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and Domestic Abuse. They will be able to use their own initiative and have good interpersonal skills in dealing with both internal and external agencies
Recent experience of working directly with adults at risk and in need of protection and support will be evident as will experience in dealing with sensitive and confidential information
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
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IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.
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Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.
Who Needs a DBS Check
Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.
The Costs for a DBS
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.
For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december
DBS Update Service
Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Current professional NMC/SW England/HCPC registration. Qualified Nurse, Social Worker, physiotherapist or occupational Therapist Over 2 years work experience and knowledge within safeguarding. Evidence of ongoing professional development and training undertaken in respect of safeguarding to minimum Level 3 (as per Intercollegiate Document) Experience of working within healthcare/the NHS
Desirable
Line management experience Teaching qualification or demonstrate experience and knowledge in the development and delivery of training to key professionals Qualified Best Interest Assessor
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Specialist knowledge of adult safeguarding practice and legislation Knowledge of local and national policies relating to safeguarding adults at risk, relevant professional and NHS policy initiatives. Experience of implementing and coordinating safeguarding of adults at risk procedures within a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of legislation and experience of working with the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Experience in a senior clinical position Evidence of team working Evidence of developing/providing education programmes for the multi - disciplinary team Experience of multi -agency working.
Desirable
Experience of research activities Experience of attending strategy meetings Evidence of working within both acute and community healthcare settings. Experience and knowledge of multidisciplinary audit. Experience of delivering safeguarding supervision Experience of successfully managing the implementation of change. Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports for safeguarding adult at risk proceedings. Presentation skills. Strong analytical skills Ability to work under pressure, to prioritise, work flexibly and to tight deadlines. The ability to practise as an expert practitioner in relation to safeguarding adult at risk provision. Effective organizational skills. Facilitation skills Evidence of continuous professional development IT/word processing /database skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Cross Site working - Wythenshawe Hospital and Trafford General Hospital
Trafford
M41 5SL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)