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Are you passionate about safeguarding vulnerable adults? Do you thrive in collaborative, fast‑paced environments where your expertise truly shapes practice? We’re looking for an exceptional Self‑Neglect & Hoarding Co‑ordinator to lead an innovative new approach to supporting adults experiencing self‑neglect and hoarding across Buckinghamshire. This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of a brand‑new self‑neglect pathway within the Adult Multi‑Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). You’ll be the driving force behind bringing partners together, embedding best practice, and ensuring that some of the most vulnerable members of our community receive timely, coordinated and compassionate support.
Job Responsibility:
Drive the roll‑out of the new pathway, working closely with partners from across social care, health, housing, and community organisations
Coordinate the full referral and triage process, ensuring cases are assessed and progressed in line with agreed protocols and best practice
Champion multi‑agency working, facilitating and at times chairing meetings to support shared decision‑making and effective case planning
Provide specialist advice on high‑risk or complex cases, supporting practitioners across the system on self‑neglect and hoarding concerns
Deliver training and build professional confidence, helping raise awareness and embed consistent standards across partner agencies
Monitor and review pathway effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement and producing outcome reports for senior leaders
Create resources and communications that raise awareness of self‑neglect, support available, and how agencies can respond effectively
Play an active role in shaping local safeguarding policy and influencing how services respond to individuals most at risk
Requirements:
Significant experience working in adult safeguarding, social work, or a closely related field, including managing complex cases
Strong understanding of self‑neglect, hoarding, risk assessment, and multi‑agency processes
Expert knowledge of key legislation such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding frameworks
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across health, social care, housing, and voluntary sector partners
Experience chairing multi‑agency meetings and leading professional discussions
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Strong organisational and workload management abilities, particularly when balancing competing priorities
High‑quality record‑keeping and report‑writing skills
Confident use of Microsoft applications and LAS case management systems
A recognised professional social work qualification
You must have a full UK driving licence
What we offer:
a fair and inclusive culture
the chance to really make a difference to those around you
health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events