Safeguarding Officer
Location: Multiple schools within the Chelmsford Learning Partnership.
Job type: Permanent. Contract: 38 working weeks per year.
Pay scale: Scale 6, Points 14-18.
Visa sponsorship: Not available.
Key responsibilities
- Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, supporting the safeguarding lead across the trust.
- Provide pastoral, health and welfare support to pupils.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records and reporting.
Candidate profile
- Keep a calm head under pressure.
- Be a clear and confident communicator.
- Present a calm, professional and friendly demeanor.
- Work effectively as a flexible team player.
Benefits and support
- Opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious school.
- Personalised programme of CPD.
- Collaboration across trust schools.
- 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
- Flexible and family‑friendly policies, with discussions on flexible working arrangements.
- Access to the LGPS Pension Scheme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- 24/7 GP access.
Application requirements
All applications must be made via the application form; CVs will not be accepted.
Applicants must undergo a full enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.
Applications are subject to enhanced disclosure checks, reference verification, and suitability checks for work with children.
Equality and diversity
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
Safeguarding commitment
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Recruitment follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and includes appropriate checks such as DBS, prohibition from teaching, right to work, and suitability to work with children.
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