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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