Overview
As a key member of the College Management Team, the Safeguarding Manager will lead the specialist Safeguarding Support Team across all TMC locations, delivering high-quality, student-focused support that meets statutory safeguarding requirements and internal standards. This role includes direct line management responsibilities and will act as the Designated Safeguarding Person (DSP), working under the guidance of the Director of Safeguarding and Emotional Health and Wellbeing. We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join our Foundation Learning Department as Head of Safeguarding on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.
The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester's learning provision and are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future. Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.
Responsibilities
1. Lead the Safeguarding Support Team across all TMC locations to deliver high-quality, student-focused safeguarding support that meets statutory requirements and internal standards.
2. Perform direct line management responsibilities and act as the Designated Safeguarding Person (DSP) under the guidance of the Director of Safeguarding and Emotional Health and Wellbeing.
Qualifications
Qualifications are not specified in the original description.
Benefits
* 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
* 3 well-being days per year.
* Significant pension contribution.
* Retail discounts.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Cycle to work scheme.
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