LADO - Reading

Reading, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, Young people and leaving care, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending Remote

Reference: LH0058_1792401840

LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer)

Reading Borough Council
Primarily Remote Working
Initial 2-Day Induction/Training Onsite

Caritas Recruitment is supporting Reading Borough Council in recruiting an experienced LADO to join their safeguarding service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled safeguarding professional to take on a key role overseeing and managing allegations against professionals and volunteers who work with children. The position offers predominantly remote working, with attendance required for a two-day induction and training period during the first week.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing allegations against adults working with children
  • Providing safeguarding advice and guidance to partner agencies
  • Chairing and facilitating LADO meetings
  • Ensuring compliance with statutory safeguarding procedures
  • Working collaboratively with education, health, police and social care partners

Requirements:

  • Significant safeguarding experience within children's services
  • Strong knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance
  • Experience in managing allegations processes and multi-agency working
  • Excellent communication, decision-making and chairing skills

Benefits:

  • Predominantly remote working
  • Competitive rate
  • Opportunity to work within a well-established safeguarding service
  • Initial induction and support provided

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Lisa Hallinan Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076

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Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Reading, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, Young people and leaving care, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending Remote

Added 19/10/2026
Reference: LH0058_1792401840

LADO - Reading

Reading, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, Young people and leaving care, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending Remote

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