Safeguarding Officer

Ref: SCH-WDT-0180

Establishment: The Grange Academy Location: Runcorn Salary: £32,937 - £35,483 Department: Safeguarding Team Job Type: Full Time Key Stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4

Closing Date: 22/07/2024 22:59 Interview Date: 26/07/2024 Start Date: 02/09/2024

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 40.000 Pay Grade: NJC PO Level 29-32

The Role

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.

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.

Qualifications

Qualification Title	Grade
Educated to a minimum of level 3		Essential
Counselling Skills qualification	Diploma	Desirable

Skills

Relevant Skills
Ability to establish successful relationships at all levels	Essential
Ability to monitor pupil progress and attainment	Essential
Demonstrate knowledge of key factors affecting the safeguarding of students and the impact on learning and progress	Essential
Ability to apply competently and confidently knowledge and skills in all level of meetings	Essential
Excellent communication skills	Essential
Organisational Fit
Commitment to equal opportunities	Essential
Commitment to the happiness, well-being and self-esteem and progress of children	Essential
Commitment to inclusion and acceptance of all pupils	Essential
Commitment to the role of parents as educators	Essential
Commitment to developing skills in response to changing work demands	Essential
Personal Attributes
Ability to liaise with parents/carers and external agencies	Essential
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately	Essential
Ability to think analytically and flexibly	Essential
To have concern for individual needs and possess a real empathy with pupils	Essential
High levels of motivation and commitment	Essential
A high degree of organisational ability	Essential
Excellent interpersonal skills	Essential
Experience/Knowledge
Previous experience in a school	Essential
Experience of supporting colleagues	Essential
Experienced in the use of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, Power point, and Email	Essential
Experience of working in a multi-agency setting	Essential