Campus safeguarding lead trowbridge

Campus Safeguarding Lead Wiltshire College & University Centre – Trowbridge Campus 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 you’re ready to lead safeguarding practice, protect students, and be part of an organisation that puts safety and wellbeing first, we’d love to hear from you. Closing Date: 05/07/26 Interview Date: 17/07/26 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, located at the bottom of this page as 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 children’s 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. INDLOW The Company Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education. We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs. Testimonials Lily Raynor-Blundell Executive Director of Lackham Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education. Tiffany Maxwell Executive Assistant As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre, I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired. Arvil Pogson-Davis Health & Safety Manager My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team. The Benefits Flexible Working Pension Scheme Training & Development Shopping Discounts Employee Assistance Programme Gym Documents