Safeguarding in Education Advisor

Civic Recruitment Limited; Coventry; Ibrido; GBP 27.000 - 41.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Safeguarding in Education Advisor for a 3-month contract with a Local Authority in Coventry. This hybrid role involves office-based work, school visits, and remote tasks. An enhanced DBS check is required and the hours are 37 per week.

You will lead safeguarding support, train DSLs and leaders, and audit policies across educational settings to ensure safeguarding standards are met.

Competenze

• Extensive experience in an educational setting with children and young people 0–18.
• Strong safeguarding practices and collaboration with child protection professionals.
• Experience as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or similar safeguarding-focused role.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional certification.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Significant professional experience in education and safeguarding.

Mansioni

• Lead safeguarding support and advisory services for education providers in Coventry.
• Create and deliver safeguarding and child protection training for DSLs, headteachers, governors, and other professionals.
• Provide expert safeguarding advice to schools, colleges, and early years settings.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and reviewing safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Perform safeguarding audits and recommend improvements.
• Manage case systems to ensure timely handling of concerns.
• Prepare safeguarding reports and present evidence to boards and partnerships.

Conoscenze

Safeguarding in Education

Training delivery

Policy creation

DSL experience

Formazione

Degree-level qualification

QTS or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Coventry, United Kingdom | Posted on 26/10/2026

Job Description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Hybrid working policy (office-based requirements): Mix of working in office, within schools and working from home

Hours: 37 hours per week

Enhanced DBS required.

Summary

• We are looking for a skilled Safeguarding in Education (SIE) Advisor for a 3-month contract with a Local Authority. This role involves creating and maintaining a robust support, challenge, and advisory service to help education providers in Coventry fulfill their safeguarding duties. The position offers a hybrid working model, combining office work, school visits, and remote work. An enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of safeguarding support and advisory services for education providers in Coventry.
• Create and conduct safeguarding and child protection training for Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), headteachers, governors, and other education professionals.
• Offer expert advice and support on safeguarding issues to schools, colleges, early years settings, and other educational institutions.
• Assist in the creation, implementation, and review of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Perform safeguarding audits in educational settings and suggest improvements.
• Manage case systems to ensure effective handling of safeguarding concerns within set timelines.
• Prepare safeguarding reports and provide evidence to relevant boards and partnerships.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in an educational setting, supporting children and young people aged 0-18.
• Strong background in safeguarding practices and collaboration with professionals in child protection.
• Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or in a similar role focused on safeguarding.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional certification.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
• Significant professional experience in education and safeguarding.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (4:30 PM on Fridays).
• Location: Coventry City Centre.
• Payment is on a bi-weekly schedule.