Required: As soon as possible
Salary: £31,022 - £35,412 pro rata (actual salary: £27,487 - £31,377)
Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only + 2 weeks
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: St Patrick’s Catholic College, Baysdale Road, Thornaby, TS17 9DE
St Patrick’s Catholic College is part of Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 32 primary schools, and 6 secondary schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trust in the UK.
The postholder will safeguard and protect the young people and staff within school and ensure there is a culture of vigilance in safeguarding practice, receive safeguarding referrals and coordinate a procedure which addresses and prioritises the needs of those affected by liaising with statutory agencies.
The successful candidate will:
* Hold an NVQ Level 3 in learning support / early years or equivalent qualification / experience
* Have completed the DCSF induction programme
* Have experience working with children in a school/early years environment
* Have an understanding and effective implementation of Child Protection procedures, local safeguarding partnerships, and safeguarding practice reviews
* Have the ability to make a proactive contribution to the work of school staff and external agencies in supporting children, their families and carers
The Trust offers:
* A strong, supportive ethos
* Happy, enthusiastic and friendly pupils
* Highly experienced and talented colleagues
* Excellent professional development and progression opportunities across our 38 schools
* Supportive Trust board, governors and parents
Closing date: Friday 26th September 2025 by 9am
Interview date: Week Commencing 29th September 2025
Please refer to the back cover of the application pack for details of how to apply for this position.
Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.