Posted: 18 June
The role
Campus Safeguarding Lead
Location: Trowbridge
Salary: £32,414 per year
Are you an experienced safeguarding practitioner with a strong track record of managing complex safeguarding concerns and working within multi-agency safeguarding frameworks?
Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a dedicated Campus Safeguarding Lead to lead safeguarding activity at our Trowbridge campus and help ensure students receive the support and protection they need.
This specialist role involves managing safeguarding concerns, assessing risk, coordinating interventions and working closely with external agencies. You will act as the first point of contact for staff, students and partner agencies on safeguarding matters and play a key role in promoting a strong safeguarding culture across the campus.
What We Offer
Salary: £32,414 per year
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Outstanding Benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme a secure and valuable pension for your future
Generous Holiday Entitlement 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid bank holidays
College closure and wellbeing days including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support
Free On-Site Gyms available across multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure
Cycle-to-Work Scheme stay active while saving money
Professional Development access to safeguarding training, CPD, and career progression
Additional Perks discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry
Key Responsibilities
Lead on safeguarding concerns across the campus
Provide advice and guidance to staff on safeguarding matters
Manage safeguarding referrals and liaise with external agencies
Support vulnerable students and coordinate interventions
Maintain accurate safeguarding records
Attend multi-agency meetings and case conferences
Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
Deputise for the Senior Safeguarding Lead when required
What We're Looking For
You will have:
Experience managing safeguarding concerns involving children, young people and/or vulnerable adults
Experience working with statutory agencies and multi-agency safeguarding processes
Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Working Together to Safeguard Children and the Prevent Duty
Excellent risk assessment, case management and decision-making skills
Confidence to advise, support and challenge colleagues appropriately
Experience in education, social care, youth services, health, criminal justice or a related sector
Why Choose This Path?
Make a lasting impact on students safety and wellbeing while enjoying:
A leadership role with real influence and purpose
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Ongoing professional development in safeguarding and leadership
The opportunity to shape a strong safeguarding culture
A rewarding role where protection, care, and leadership truly matter.
Make a move that truly matters
If youre ready to lead safeguarding practice, protect students, and be part of an organisation that puts safety and wellbeing first, wed love to hear from you.
Please note:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Safer Recruitment
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
Closing date: 5 th July 2026
Shortlist date: 6 th July 2026
Interview date: 17th July 2026
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