Safeguarding Support Officer
1. £26,319 - £28,004 FTE (£24,487 - £26,054 Pro Rata) – SAT C
2. Term Time
3. Start Date: April 2026
4. Close Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2026
5. Peacehaven Community School
6. £26,319 - £28,004 FTE – SAT C
7. £24,487 - £26,054 Pro Rata
8. 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
9. Start Date – April 2026
10. Interview Date – w/c 13th April 2026
Peacehaven Community School PCS is seeking a Safeguarding Support Officer to join our committed and dynamic team. The successful candidate will support the operation of the safeguarding service daily and promote safeguarding practices among students and staff.
They will be supported by the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in leading and managing safeguarding and child protection practice across the Academy, helping to ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all students in the Academy.
Responsible for coordinating referrals to social care, attending and contributing reports for relevant meetings and keeping careful records of actions.
Working with the Designated Safeguarding Lead in developing and delivering training to school staff and updating relevant policies, procedures and guidance as necessary.
Reviewing and monitoring CPOMS for the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and taking a safeguarding lead throughout the day is a key priority of the role, along with organising/preparing paperwork for and following meetings.
Please note that interviews may be held prior to the application closing date.
At this stage agencies need not apply.
This school is also committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS check and the post may be offered only on receipt of two good references.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
11. Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
12. Enhanced Maternity Pay
13. Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
14. Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
15. Access to training and development
16. On-site Parking
17. Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
18. Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
19. Cycle to Work scheme
Ready to join us?