Safeguarding Officer

Safeguarding Officer supporting student welfare, managing safeguarding processes and working with families and agencies.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day safeguarding and child protection processes across the school
• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputy DSLs
• Respond promptly to safeguarding concerns and referrals
• Maintain accurate, confidential safeguarding records using CPOMS
• Liaise with students, families, social care, CAMHS, police and other external agencies
• Attend and contribute to child protection conferences, review meetings and multi-agency meetings
• Coordinate referrals and support plans for vulnerable students
• Monitor safeguarding trends and help implement appropriate interventions
• Provide advice and guidance to staff on safeguarding concerns
• Support students and families to access appropriate services and support
• Ensure safeguarding procedures remain compliant with current legislation and guidance, including KCSIE
• Produce reports and documentation as required
• Promote a culture where all students feel safe, supported and able to thrive
• Experience working with children or young people
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
• Strong ICT and record-keeping skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Previous experience in a safeguarding, pastoral, family support, youth work or social care role
• Experience working within a school or educational setting
• Knowledge of statutory safeguarding guidance, including KCSIE
• Experience of multi-agency working and coordinating support for vulnerable children and families
• Experience attending child protection conferences, review meetings or Team Around the Family meetings
• Experience using CPOMS or similar safeguarding management systems
• Relevant safeguarding, child protection or pastoral support qualifications
• Experience producing professional reports and maintaining detailed case records
• Understanding of mental health, attendance and wider barriers to learning
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families and external professionals
• Confidence in challenging and escalating concerns appropriately
• Commitment to continuous professional development and safeguarding best practice

Training and professional development will be provided for the successful candidate.

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