About the School
Ravensthorpe CE (VC) Junior School is a four‑form entry school situated in an ethnically and religiously diverse community. We are very proud of the progress that all of our pupils make during their time with us which is evidenced in our excellent SATs results over recent years. In our most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2023), we were graded Good: ‘Pupils are safe and happy at this friendly, welcoming school. Their conduct is exemplary in lessons and around school.’ Ours is a highly inclusive church school and spirituality underpins our values and culture. The Headteacher and Governors wish to appoint a highly motivated Safeguarding Support Officer to work with our Pastoral Team in leading and supporting the safeguarding needs of families and pupils. We are a vibrant and happy community committed to nurturing and developing each child and member of staff to achieve their best.
What skills and experience we’re looking for
Safeguarding Support Officer role: work with the Pastoral Team in leading and supporting the safeguarding needs of families and pupils. Highly motivated and committed to safeguarding.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
* a Church school at the heart of our diverse community
* children who are motivated and enthusiastic and who enjoy coming to school
* supportive parents who work well with the school
* a supportive Pastoral Team with a Safeguarding Lead, Community Development Worker and Attendance Officer
* a leadership team that is happy to support your personal development
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
* childcare disqualification
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
* medical
* online and social media
* prohibition from teaching
* right to work
* satisfactory references
* suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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