Head of Safeguarding and Pastoral Support

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Head of Safeguarding and Pastoral Support to enhance student wellbeing at their vibrant Openshaw campus. This full-time role involves leading safeguarding initiatives and ensuring every learner feels safe and supported. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in safeguarding within education, strong influencing skills, and the ability to analyze data to produce insightful reports. Join a dynamic team committed to making a real difference in young people's lives while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave

3 well-being days per year

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading safeguarding in an educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of working with vulnerable students.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding arrangements and ensure student wellbeing.
• Manage safeguarding and pastoral risk factors effectively.

Skills

Safeguarding arrangements

Pastoral support

Multi-agency collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Degree Level Qualification

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about safeguarding and pastoral support, with the drive to make a real difference in young people's lives? At The Manchester College, we place the highest importance on creating a safe, supportive learning environment. We are seeking an experienced Head of Safeguarding and Pastoral Support to lead this vital area of our work. You will help ensure every learner feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. If you are motivated to champion student wellbeing and strengthen our learning community, we want to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw campus to join our Foundation Learning Department as Head of Safeguarding and Pastoral Support on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

Key role responsibilities and experience:

• Must have experience of leading Safeguarding arrangements in an Education setting i.e. as a Designated Professional with operational responsibility for safeguarding
• Exceptional knowledge and experience of working with vulnerable students with unmet safeguarding or pastoral support needs
• Must have credibility in assessing and advising safeguarding/pastoral matters and providing effective supervision for safeguarding and pastoral themes
• Significant experience of managing safeguarding and pastoral risk factors and the provision of effective Early Help'
• Evidence of strong influencing of multi-agency partners and peer relationships
• Ability to use datasets and key performance information to produce detailed reports and management information

Site Information

Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry-standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital.

Who are TMC?

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.

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

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Degree Level Qualification or relevant industrial experience or professional qualification
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Numeracy and literacy skills (to level 2 or equivalent)

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

Please note - Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Soabia Hardacre for an informal discussion prior to submitting an application - shardacre@