Head of Safeguarding & Student Wellbeing

Manchester Enterprise Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

Holidays – 26 days + bank holidays, up

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programmes

Credit Union

Flexible working options

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card

bYond cashback card

Job summary

Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) is seeking a Lead Safeguarding Officer to lead the school’s safeguarding provision and team. You will ensure statutory procedures are implemented and oversee Looked After Children and vulnerable students, coordinating multi‑agency responses and safeguarding reporting.

The role is fixed as permanent, full-time (35 hours/week, term-time plus INSET days and two weeks) with a starting salary of £34,882 and a full-time equivalent of £38,510.

Qualifications

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills with a relevant qualification or training evidence.
• Experience and understanding of safeguarding legislation, policy and guidance (Children's Acts, Safeguarding, CAF).
• Experience working with multi-agency colleagues on sensitive matters.
• Ability to work independently and manage a heavy caseload with a methodical approach and deadlines.
• Commitment to professional standards including equality, diversity and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead monitoring and evaluation of children at risk; coordinate referrals to social services when needed.
• Advise and support staff during child protection disclosures and work with pastoral teams.
• Ensure safeguarding processes align with statutory/local procedures across the school.
• Liaise with parents, staff, and agencies following disclosures or concerns.
• Coordinate Looked After Children support and manage Child Protection Plans.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Safeguarding knowledge

Multi-agency liaison

Independent working

Professional standards

Communication skills

Education

Relevant safeguarding qualification

Job description

Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) is seeking a Lead Safeguarding Officer to lead the school’s safeguarding provision and team. You will ensure statutory procedures are implemented and oversee Looked After Children and vulnerable students, coordinating multi‑agency responses and safeguarding reporting.

The role is fixed as permanent, full-time (35 hours/week, term-time plus INSET days and two weeks) with a starting salary of £34,882 and a full-time equivalent of £38,510.