Safeguarding and Compliance Officer

Leicestershire County Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a dynamic Safeguarding and Compliance Officer to join the Education Effectiveness service. You will deliver training and provide support for education settings to safeguard children and young people.

The role requires knowledge of safeguarding in education, strong communication, and the ability to influence policy. A DBS check is required, with flexible working options including hybrid arrangements being discussed.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher education or equivalent professional development required.
• Demonstrable knowledge of child protection/safeguarding in education in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
• Experience planning and delivering training for diverse audiences.
• Strong verbal and written communication, with presentation skills.
• Ability to influence policy/practice with a proactive, diplomatic approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safeguarding training and guidance to education settings.
• Support and collaborate with the Safeguarding in Education team and other partners.
• Liaise with schools, LADO and social care to keep children safe and protected.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Diplomacy

Education

Degree or higher education

Job description

Leicestershire County Council are committed to making a real difference to the lives of our children and young people. To be able to achieve this, we need to have a team of resolute and outstanding staff, who will contribute to our exceptional learning community. An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and committed Safeguarding and Compliance Officer to join our Education Effectiveness service area, as part of Children and Families Services. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a committed individual to work with our Safeguarding in Education team to deliver our training and support for education settings. The Safeguarding and Compliance Officer will play an integral role, as part of the Education Effectiveness Team, alongside settings working with children and young people, the LADO and social care in keeping all children safe and protected from harm or neglect. Demonstrable knowledge and an understanding of safeguarding in education, social work and Keeping Children Safe in Education will be an advantage. An enhanced with barred list DBS check is required for this post. For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our .

• Degree, or higher education (eg GNVQ level 4/5), or relevant professional development or experience which would ensure powers of analysis and critical evaluation required to undertake the post. Evidence of further education and/or professional development, Or Demonstrable experience
• Have a working knowledge of child protection/safeguarding of children and young people in Education, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. Have considerable experience of working with children and/or families.
• Substantial recent experience of working with schools and/or other related agencies, including dealing with difficult and sensitive issues and liaison with staff with significant organisational responsibilities.
• Recent and successful experience of the planning and delivery of training for a range of audiences. Be able to work independently and with initiative.
• Be able to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and tact, whilst applying knowledge of statutory education policy and procedure.
• Have a supportive and problem-solving approach when prioritising the safeguarding of children and young people within the statutory frameworks. Ability to influence change in policy and practice
• Have effective communication skills both verbal and written, including presentation skills, Be energetic, well-motivated and flexible.

In addition, we also expect you to share and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a . Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose. For further information on what it's like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following