Safeguarding Officer
hace 27 días
Crewe
Location: Crewe - Travelling across sites Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £26,250 + Car Allowance (Total package: £30,000) We’re expanding our team due to a growing number of learners with increasing social, emotional, and mental health needs. As a result, we’re looking for a dedicated Safeguarding Officer to provide proactive, front-line safeguarding and welfare support across our Study Programme sites. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with the right experience, values, and practical safeguarding background — formal qualifications are welcomed but not essential. About the Learners You’ll be supporting a diverse cohort of 16–18 year olds and adult learners (19+), many of whom present with: • High levels of vulnerability, • Mental health needs, • SEND requirements, • Drug/alcohol misuse concerns, • Act as the first point of contact for safeguarding and welfare concerns., • Manage low and medium-risk safeguarding cases, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions., • Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead with complex or high-risk concerns where required., • Complete welfare checks, monitoring actions and maintaining the safety and wellbeing of learners., • Keep clear, accurate, confidential safeguarding records in line with policy and legislation., • Work collaboratively with Tutors, LSAs, Managers, parents/carers, and external agencies., • Education, • Youth support, • Family outreach, • Local authority roles, • Experience working with vulnerable young people or young adults., • A solid understanding of safeguarding, KCSIE, Prevent Duty, and safer working practices., • The ability to assess risk and respond appropriately to disclosures., • Strong communication and rapport-building skills, especially with learners who have barriers or complex needs., • Confidence in decision-making and maintaining professional boundaries., • Exclusive access to roles across leading FE colleges and training providers, • 1–2–1 support from a Specialist SEN Consultant (including CV help & interview prep!), • Health Cash Plan & REED Discount Club, • Statutory Sick Pay, Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Pay, • Access to REED Learning & Development programmes