14-16 Safeguarding & Wellbeing Officer (Fixed Term)

Bradford College; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

West Yorkshire Pension Scheme

Annual salary reviews

Career progression opportunities

Free wellbeing initiatives and staff空间

Job summary

Bradford College is recruiting a Student Safety & Wellbeing Officer for our 14-16 Provision. You will engage Year 10 and Year 11 learners in alternative education, handling safeguarding and wellbeing needs with a supportive approach.

You’ll work with SEMH/EBD/ ASD needs and liaise with Social Care, Early Help and CIN/TAF meetings as required. Role requires detailed record-keeping, plan development for at-risk students and adherence to safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and achieve within an agreed timescale.
• GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and achieve within an agreed timescale.
• Level 2 Safeguarding Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide a first point of contact for staff and students with safeguarding, safety and wellbeing concerns and support children at risk of harm.
• Make appropriate referrals to statutory bodies and other internal and external services based on assessed needs and risk.
• Develop safety plans for children at ongoing risk of harm.
• Implement best practices in relation to Safeguarding, Prevent and emotional well-being.
• Support the welfare of students with the core safeguarding team; follow-up incidents and maintain detailed records.
• Attend meetings with parents and multi-agency partners including Social Care and Early Help and college staff.
• Ensure the College's safeguarding policy is adhered to and concerns are raised per policy.
• Assist in preparation of reports including confidential items and information for partner agencies.

Education

GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths

GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English

Level 2 Safeguarding Qualification

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our 14-16 Provision as a Student Safety & Wellbeing Officer.

The successful candidate will work with learners in Year 10 and Year 11 who are accessing alternative education. Learners will range in abilities and the successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the range of skills to effectively engage these young people. Learners accessing the provision often have additional needs, some of which are diagnosed and learners have an EHCP. The provision predominantly caters for learners who have SEMH/EBD/ASD needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide a first point of contact for staff and students with safeguarding, safety and wellbeing concerns and support children at risk of harm
• To make appropriate referrals to statutory bodies and other internal and external services based on assessed needs and risk.
• To develop safety plans for children at ongoing risk of harm.
• To implement best practices in relation to Safeguarding, Prevent and emotional well-being.
• Support the welfare of students in association with the core safeguarding team. Follow-up incidents. Maintain detailed records, including SchoolPod. Support sanctions where appropriate. Communicate with parents/carers.
• To attend meetings with parents, multi-agency partners including Social Care and Early Help and College staff including TAF, CIN meetings, CiC meetings, PEP meetings and all meetings deemed appropriate to the well-being of the students in the provision.
• To be responsible for ensuring that the College's safeguarding/child protection policy is adhered to and concerns are raised per the policy.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, including confidential items, social care and medical information with and for relevant partner agencies.
• Make arrangements for admission and leavers, including the transfer of documentation, in liaison with your line manager(s).
• Effectively use recognised systems of student information recording and retrieval, including SchoolPod/Intuition.
• Maintenance of accurate, objective and swiftly timed reports for College managers and multiagency partners.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

• GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• Level 2 Safeguarding Qualification

Experience

• Successful experience working with young people on a 1:1 and group basis to achieve their goals (in education, youth work or a community setting)
• Proven experience of working with parents/carers of young people
• Experience in supporting young people and/or vulnerable adults at risk of harm
• Experience working in partnership with external agencies, for example, Children's Services, Social Services or the Police
• Experience in agreeing on support plans with individuals
• Working knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection policies, procedures and legislation

For an informal discussion about the role, please email [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

Bradford College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.