Safeguarding Officer

An exciting opportunity to join the college’s safeguarding team as the Safeguarding Officer and LAC Support, to further develop and strengthen the safeguarding provision at Coventry College. Working alongside our DSL, Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager and other members of the Safeguarding team.

Responsibilities

• Provide a frontline safeguarding response and intensive targeted support to learners at serious risk of underachieving and/or becoming NEET due to associated issues such as young carers, refugee and asylum seekers, family breakdown, homelessness, financial difficulties, mental health concerns, substance misuse, and teenage pregnancy.
• Promote and establish good attendance by collaborating with college tutors/lecturers, parents, carers, professionals and young people to reduce and remove barriers to learning and progress.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of multi‑agency approaches and support that promote positive outcomes.
• Provide advice and support to staff on safeguarding matters, ensuring they know how to report concerns and understand reporting procedures.

Qualifications

• Level3 safeguarding qualification or commitment to actively working towards gaining the qualification.
• Level2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience of working with people within an educational organisation or youth work environment.
• Experience of developing, organising and promoting social and recreational activities in various settings.
• Experience working with Looked After Children (LAC).

Benefits

• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 34 days plus statutory bank holidays.
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support.
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more.
• Eligibility for Blue Light Card (BLC).
• On‑site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options.
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in‑house salon.
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating achievements.
• Supportive, inclusive working environment.

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