Designated Safeguarding Lead (non-teaching)

Diocese of York; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Occupational Health

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on site Parking

Job summary

Heartwood Learning Trust, on behalf of Manor Church of England Academy, seeks a Designated Safeguarding Lead (non-teaching) to take lead on child protection issues and ensure safeguarding arrangements are in place across the School/Academy.

You will work with Social Workers, the Police, Youth Offending Services and other partners to support pupils on safeguarding plans, in a framework built on Think Family - Think Community, with flexibility for case work and possible after-hours attendance.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding and child protection focus within a school setting.
• Experience coordinating with external agencies (Social Workers, Police, YOT) and internal teams.
• Commitment to safeguarding policies and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding practice across the school in line with statutory guidance.
• Support pupils subject to Child Protection Plans, Early Help Plans or looked after/care-experienced pupils.
• Collaborate with external agencies to keep children safe and ensure appropriate arrangements.

Job description

Designated Safeguarding Lead (non-teaching)

4th October 2026

Location

*Please note: the Diocese of York is not the employer*

Manor Church of England Academy is looking for a member of support staff to take a lead in responsibility for child protection issues in school whilst ensuring that appropriate arrangements for keeping children and young people safe are in place at the School / Academy in line with Trust and Statutory Guidance.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to join our dynamic Child Protection Team in our Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with students who are subject to Child Protection Plans, Child in Need Plans, Early Help Plans, or those who are care-experienced/looked after. You’ll play a key role in helping them feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.

In this important role, you will work in partnership with a range of external agencies, including Social Workers, the Police, Youth Offending Services, and community organisations. Your work will be guided by our Trust Safeguarding Practice Model, "Think Family - Think Community," which is built on our core principles:

There will be a need for flexibility with post holders working on a number of cases and projects at any one time. There is potential that the post holder will need to attend meetings outside of the school day.

Full details of the role can be found in the attached job description.

What we can offer:

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Occupational Health
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on site Parking

Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only

Position Type: Permanent

Travel Required: Occasional

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.

Safeguarding Statement

Heartwood Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Heartwood Learning Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

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