Main Areas of Responsibility
* Refer cases of suspected abuse to the local authority children's social care
* Support staff who make referrals to local authority children's social care
* Refer cases to the Channel programme where there is a radicalisation concern
* Support staff who make referrals to the Channel programme
* Refer cases where a crime may have been committed to the Police as required
* Prepare information to present to the Principal, Academy Governors, ALG and Ofsted
* Manage CPOMS
* Update and maintain student safeguarding files
* Attend safeguarding meetings
* Help co‑ordinate the collection of information for children’s services and other agencies
* Be a point of contact for issues of child protection
* Ensure the transfer of a departing student’s child protection file to a new school, and request files for new admissions
* Ensure the staff physical intervention and pupil search log is maintained and accurate
* Help to monitor safeguarding training for all staff, specifically for Designated Persons and refresher courses
Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you if you have:
* Qualifications to degree standard or equivalent
* A clear and good understanding of safeguarding issues, theory and practice
* Sound knowledge of Microsoft software and the ability to use a management information system for the input and export of student data; knowledge of the range of agencies that work with students and their families
* Training in child protection and safeguarding procedures
* Knowledge of many of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds
* Demonstrated experience in improving attendance or managing welfare cases in an educational setting
* Experience of coordinating alternative provision or working with external providers
* Proven track record of working with families and external agencies to address barriers to learning
* Knowledge and understanding of attendance legislation and alternative provision standards
* Awareness of barriers to attendance and engagement, particularly in disadvantaged communities
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage students, families, and professionals
* Ability to manage complex caseloads and meet deadlines effectively
* Competence in data analysis and in using management information systems to track attendance and provision outcomes
Professional Development & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success. We invest in staff through support, coaching, mentoring, and a broad range of training programmes at every level. In addition to opportunities for career development and progression, we offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, a generous Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, and other benefits.
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, reference checks, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and we aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive working environment.
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