Safeguarding Officer

NJC Grade PO (SCP29 - 32) £37,336 - £40,221 FTE. Actual Salary £32,937 - £35,483 (Pay award pending)

Full-time, Term-time plus, 2 weeks

Start date: 4th November 2024 or as soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and passionate individual to the role of Safeguarding Officer.

You will have experience of working with children and/or families within a safeguarding and child protection environment. As the Safeguarding Officer you will be able to work effectively with others, adopting a positive ethos and understanding the value in partnership working.

The Safeguarding Officer will lead and manage the Safeguarding team which will consist of the Assistant Safeguarding Officer and Learning Mentors, and support the strategic leadership of the team.

The successful candidate will act as Deputy Designated Child Protection Officer, to safeguard and protect the young people and staff of The Grange Academy through the delivery of safeguarding training, updates and policies and procedures.

This would be a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to join a dedicated, friendly and professional team in an education setting.

A comprehensive programme of CPD supports colleagues at all career stages; through the Multi-Academy Trust we provide excellent career opportunities for our staff.

Colleagues seeking a varied, challenging and rewarding career can find this in the Wade Deacon family.

Application form and further details are available via the Trust website: https://www.wadedeacontrust.com/work-with-us/vacancies/

Closing date: 9am on Monday 30th September 2024.

The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and passionate individual to the role of Safeguarding Officer.

You will have experience of working with children and/or families within a safeguarding and child protection environment. As the Safeguarding Officer you will be able to work effectively with others, adopting a positive ethos and understanding the value in partnership working.