Job Description

About us

Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.


Driven by our values Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, Mountain Healthcare provides holistic and trauma-informed care that improves the immediate and long-term health outcomes of patients across the criminal justice system. Through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships, our expert clinicians ensure equal, effective and efficient services to all our patients and always put their health, safety and rights first.

Join the Best Provider, Make the Greatest Difference

Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly growing career path as demand for specialist critical services has greatly increased in recent years. At Mountain Healthcare, we understand that to provide the highest quality services for our patients and customers, our people must be the best in the field. We are proud to offer unrivalled staff training and development opportunities such as our unique Forensic Practitioner Gateway, our wide range of accredited and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses, and access to events across the health and justice sector.

About the Role

Are you looking for an alternative career path within the field of nursing, where you can develop and expand your knowledge and skills?


We're looking for caring and compassionate Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinator to join us to provide holistic care and support to victims of sexual assault.


We want you to bring your unique set of skills and experience to a special place where you can reach your true potential.


Each region has its own dedicated SARC (sexual assault referral centre) which offers support and practical help to anyone who has been a victim of rape or sexual assault. Our services are co-funded by the Police and the NHS.


The nursing team are responsible for providing a dedicated 24/7 service for forensic and acute health needs and requirements.


As a Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinator you'll receive full training and support, with further opportunities to undertake additional higher education after one year in-post.

Location: Willow Tree SARC, West Midlands

This is a full-time vacancy of 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9:30 am-5:30 pm.

Driving license required.

Please note,

all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and Police NVVP 2 Level vetting checks.

Job Opportunity

Job Title: Strategy and Safeguarding Co-Ordinator


Reports To: SARC Manager


Purpose of the Role


The Strategy and Safeguarding Manager plays a key role in coordinating multi agency safeguarding activity for children and young people attending the SARC. The role ensures that cases are managed safely, efficiently and in line with national safeguarding standards. This includes leading on information sharing, attending strategy meetings, supporting decision making and ensuring children are directed to the most appropriate pathway at the right time. The post holder will also provide occasional crisis worker support when required.



Main Responsibilities:


Safeguarding and Multi Agency Coordination

Attend all relevant strategy meetings with police and social care Share clear, accurate information to support multi agency decision making Advise on the most appropriate pathway for each child, including identifying when a child protection medical is required Ensure safeguarding concerns, consent, parental responsibility and contextual factors are clearly presented Provide timely updates and essential case information to the forensic medical examiner Build strong relationships with ICBs, safeguarding teams and wider partners Complete follow up calls, actions and case closures in line with local processes Provide written summaries and accurate case documentation

Crisis Worker Support

Provide cover for Paediatric and Adult services when needed Support adults, children and families on arrival at the SARC Assist with the forensic process including evidence collection and colposcopy support Maintain high standards of DNA decontamination between cases

Record Keeping and Governance

Maintain accurate, confidential case notes Ensure all files, evidence and information are stored securely Support compliance with ISO 15189 and FSR Code of Practice Follow all safeguarding, confidentiality and information governance policies


Training and Development:

Maintain up to date safeguarding training.

1. Will be trained to Level 4 safeguarding standard and will be responsible for the delivery of safeguarding training at Level 3, ensuring content meets current statutory guidance, organisational policy, and best practice standard.


2. Participate in supervision and team meetings


3. Safeguarding training for colleagues and partner agencies




Working Conditions and Expectations:

Work may involve supporting individuals who are distressed or under the influence of alcohol or drugs Manage multiple priorities and make confident, informed decisions Maintain a non-judgmental approach at all times


Please see Full attached.

Because of the nature of the role, applications are invited from females only. This post has a genuine occupational qualification under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e.

Company Benefits

Company benefit

Enhanced sickness pay scheme Enhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's service Enhanced Neonatal/Adoption Pay after 1 year's service Well-being programme Advanced rota planning for better work-life balance 6 weeks annual leave Pension Scheme Life Assurance Apprenticeships Employee Assistant Programme Long Service/Team of the Month Awards A range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclasses Funding for higher education courses after one years' service

Essential Skills

Person Specification:


Education and Qualifications


1. Level 3 or above Safeguarding children and young people.


Experience and Knowledge:

Experience of working with children and young people Experience of attending or contributing to multi agency safeguarding meetings Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection processes Ability to risk assess and analyse complex information Experience managing workload in a fast paced environment Full UK driving licence and access to a car at all times


Desirable:

Qualification to deliver safeguarding supervision


Personal Qualities:

Excellent communication skills Strong analytical and decision making ability Calm and resilient when dealing with sensitive situations Person centred with a commitment to confidentiality and equality

Important Requirement

Due to the nature of the role, applications are invited from females only under the Sex Discrimination Act, Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e
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DEI Statement

Mountain Healthcare aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace. We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.