Safeguarding Officer

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD programme

Collaboration across Trust schools

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)

Flexible working arrangements

Discounts platform

LGPS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

24/7 GP

Job summary

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is seeking a part-time Safeguarding Officer to act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. The role supports safeguarding across the school and Trust, with a commitment to high professional standards and pupil welfare.

We offer a personalised CPD programme, collaboration across Trust schools, and flexible working arrangements. The position includes access to the LGPS pension and a range of employee wellbeing and discount benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding or school safeguarding roles is desirable.
• Ability to act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead when required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with staff, pupils and families.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communicator

Professional demeanor

Flexible team player

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5427-256S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 6 Points 14-18

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 14/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

Contract:PERMANENT 38 working weeks per year

We are looking for aSafeguarding officer to act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Keep a calm head under pressure.
• Be a clear and confident communicator.
• Be calm, professional and friendly.
• A flexible team player.

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious school
• A commitment to a personalised progamme of CPD
• Opportunity to collaborate across Trust schools
• Access to a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible and family friendly policies and we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements at the point of hire.
• Benefits platform which offers valuable discounts
• Access to the LGPS Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• 24/7 GP
• Contact us:

For more information about the school, or to arrange an informal discussion, please phone the main office on 01245 326325.

Whilst there is a published closing date for this vacancy, we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive sufficient applications. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Sarah Clarkson
Trinity Square
South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford
Essex, CM3 5JU Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]