Total Assist Recruitment are currently looking for a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) based in Hertfordshire. This role is on site, full time with a high competitive hourly rate. This is a locum role, deemed as ongoing with the opportunity for a permanent role. The chosen applicant must be a registered social worker with HCPC and eligible to use the protective title. They would also have a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience and a period of that time being within Mental Health Services. Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Location Hertfordshire Reports To Clinic Director / Managing Director / Clinical Lead Role Purpose To lead and oversee all safeguarding activities, ensuring that children, young people, vulnerable adults, and families receiving care are properly protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation or harm. The DSL will act as the primary point of contact for all safeguarding concerns internally and externally, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, coordinate staff training, develop safeguarding policy, and foster a culture of vigilance and safety throughout the clinic.