Safeguarding Co-ordinator

Derby College Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days holiday (incl. 8 bank holidays

LGPS with 19.9% employer contribution

Discounts: TOTUM card (NUS/Student)

Discounts on East Midlands Railway

Office software: Microsoft Office + 1B

Eye tests with Specsavers

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Derby College Group is seeking a safeguarding co-ordinator to support vulnerable students and apprentices, ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed and effective support is provided.

Based at the Joseph Wright Centre, you will coordinate tailored support, work with colleagues and external agencies, and help students feel safe, supported and able to achieve their goals. A Level 4 safeguarding qualification (or progress towards) and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a passion for supporting young people.
• Solid safeguarding knowledge, including Keeping Children Safe in Education and multi-agency support.
• Ability to use data and KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safeguarding support for vulnerable students and apprentices.
• Champion students' needs and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies to ensure timely, appropriate help.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Multi-agency collaboration

Training delivery

Education

Level 4 Safeguarding qualification

Level 3 education or above

Mental Health First Aid (or willingness to work towards)

Job description

Proposed interview date: 29th September

The Opportunity

We are seeking a knowledgeable safeguarding co-ordinator, to support vulnerable students and apprentices and ensure effective safeguarding procedures are in place and complied with.

This role is based at our incredible Joseph Wright Centre.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable students, helping them overcome barriers that may impact their wellbeing, progression and achievement. You'll play a key role in coordinating tailored support, championing students' needs and working closely with colleagues and external agencies to ensure they receive the right help at the right time. It's a rewarding role for someone passionate about safeguarding, student welfare and creating positive outcomes, where your interventions can directly help students feel supported, empowered and able to succeed.

About you

You will be a confident and approachable individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who is passionate about supporting young people and improving their overall student experience. You will have a good understanding of safeguarding, Keeping Children Safe in Education and multi-agency support, alongside knowledge of Further Education and the wider issues surrounding equality, diversity and social inclusion. You will be able to build positive relationships with students, deliver effective training and presentations, and use data and KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement. A proactive problem-solver, you will have the vision and commitment to make a positive difference, with a Level 4 Safeguarding qualification (or a willingness to work towards this), Level 3 education or above and Mental Health First Aid (or willingness to work towards).

The Benefits

• 34 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.9% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' onsite Little Explorers Nursery TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card)
• / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors - free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Our new and enhanced Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, mental health, and life matters.
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at [e-mail] .

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Visa Sponsorship

Please note that unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information. To meet sponsorship requirements, ca