Lead Child Welfare & Safeguarding Officer

Lowerplace Primary; Middleton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowerplace Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated Children's Welfare Officer and Designated Safeguarding Lead to join the School Leadership Team. You will lead safeguarding practice and coordinate targeted interventions to protect children.

You will manage caseloads, collaborate with families and multi‑agency partners, and represent the school at Child Protection Conferences, ensuring compliance with statutory guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding practice and coordinate targeted interventions to protect children and families.
• Manage caseloads and represent the school at Child Protection Conferences.
• Work within statutory guidance to safeguard children and coordinate multi‑agency involvement.

Job description

Lowerplace Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated Children's Welfare Officer and Designated Safeguarding Lead to join the School Leadership Team. You will lead safeguarding practice and coordinate targeted interventions to protect children.

You will manage caseloads, collaborate with families and multi‑agency partners, and represent the school at Child Protection Conferences, ensuring compliance with statutory guidance.