Become a Bromley Representative On The London Safeguarding Voices Group
The London Safeguarding Adult Board wants to ensure that the voices of people with lived experience of adult safeguarding are at the heart of Safeguarding governance and practice across London. To do this, they are bringing together three people with lived experience of Safeguarding from each borough to join their new regional London Safeguarding Voices Group (LSVG).
Who are they looking for?
They are seeking people from all walks of life, with differing levels and types of lived experience of Safeguarding, either personally, as a family member or a Carer. You may not have been involved with anything like this before and this will be your opportunity to make a real difference to future safeguarding practices in London. Specifically:
- You live or work in London or have an adult relative being cared for in London.
- You have experience of Safeguarding either personally or as a family member or a Carer.
- You are committed and passionate about improving outcomes for adults who are at risk of being abused, meaning that people will get a better experience and results in their lives.
- You are committed and supportive of the work of the London SAB.
- You are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- You will know how to use and have access to IT equipment and Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and other packages (Note: the LSVG are happy to discuss your computer/ IT needs and support where possible)
What will the role involve?
This is a voluntary role and you will be invited to attend monthly virtual LSVG meetings. Each meeting will last for 90 minutes and take place via Zoom. The meetings will enable you to contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the LSVG work Programme. The London SAB promises that you will be supported to ensure you have the confidence to make a meaningful contribution and that you enjoy the experience.
What will you get from the role?
By joining the LSVG, you will have the opportunity to contribute to:
- Influencing the Making Safeguarding Personal Regional Agenda
- Influencing safeguarding practices across London
- Developing safeguarding services for the future
- Improving people’s experience of safeguarding
There is a promise that you will be supported to ensure you have the confidence to make a meaningful contribution and that you enjoy the experience. You will also get access to adult safeguarding training delivered by an approved trainer, with certification upon successful completion.
Appointment and notice period
The appointment is for a two-year period with a three/six monthly review. The appointment can be terminated at any time with an expectation of one month’s notice period on either side.
More information:
To view the role description, please click here: London Safeguarding Voices Group Member role description
An easy read version of the form is available here.
A video about the LSVG can be found here.
You can also hear the experiences of current members of the LSVG here.
This project is being led by Healthwatch Kingston. Healthwatch Bromley is working to support recruitment of local people and ensure the Bromley voice is heard within this important London wide work.
If you have any questions, please contact Hen Wright, Projects and Outreach Officer (Young People and Safeguarding) Healthwatch Kingston on helena@healthwatchkingston.org.uk or 0203 326 1255
