Job Description
Compliance Officer - Education Recruitment - Southampton Office
The Role:
Prospero Teaching is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to join our growing education recruitment team based in Southampton.
As a Compliance Officer, you'll play a key role in ensuring all safeguarding and vetting checks are thoroughly carried out for Teachers, Tutors, and Support Staff working across Leeds and surrounding areas. This is a crucial position where your work directly supports the safety and success of our schools and students.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carrying out full vetting and compliance checks including:
o Right to Work & Identity verification
o DBS, safeguarding, and disqualification checks
o Qualification and training verification
o Employment history, reference checks & prohibition checks
* Following up with candidates and Consultants for outstanding documentation (via phone and email)
* Supporting Consultants with compliance queries and promoting best safeguarding practice
* Highlighting or escalating potential safeguarding concerns
* Liaising with schools, Local Authorities, referees, and professional bodies
* Maintaining accurate records and inputting data into internal systems
* Producing weekly compliance reports for Management
* Ensuring all branch activity complies with legislation, company policies, and sector standards, in line with direction from our Head of Compliance & Safeguarding
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining the highest compliance and safeguarding standards.
Ideal candidates will be:
* Highly organised, with excellent time management
* Confident, personable, and professional
* Detail-oriented and meticulous in their work
* Motivated by high standards and safeguarding excellence
* Strong communicators (both written and verbal)
* Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Desirable (but not essential):
* Previous experience in a compliance or safeguarding role, ideally within the education or recruitment sector
* Safeguarding training or certification
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to train as a Designated Safeguarding Officer
* Structured career development plan
* Weekly, monthly, and annual incentives
* Full training delivered by industry experts
* Supportive team culture with clear progression opportunities
* Market-leading commission structure
* The chance to make a real difference in safeguarding and education
Join a team where your work is valued, your development is supported, and your role truly matters.
Apply today to become a vital part of Prospero Teaching's safeguarding and compliance mission!