Safeguarding Officer

Hugh Baird College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Medicash

Staff benefits

Job summary

Hugh Baird College in the United Kingdom is seeking a Safeguarding Officer to join our Student Services team. This vital role supports the safety, wellbeing and success of our learners, providing frontline safeguarding guidance and working with internal teams and external agencies.

The post is temporary, full-time for 6 months, with LGPS pension, Medicash and a range of staff benefits. You will contribute to safeguarding initiatives and multi-agency partnerships to keep students engaged in

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or vulnerable adults.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and current issues affecting young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise effectively under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Respond to safeguarding concerns and disclosures, ensuring appropriate action.
• Maintain accurate, confidential safeguarding records.
• Support students with safeguarding and wellbeing to enable continued participation in learning.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and external agencies for effective support.
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings (e.g. Child Protection, Early Help, Team Around the Family).
• Promote safeguarding and Prevent awareness across the College.
• Deliver information, advice and guidance sessions to students and staff.
• Support training and awareness activities in safeguarding and Prevent.
• Contribute to safeguarding initiatives, campaigns and student engagement activities.

Skills

Safeguarding

Communication

Caseload management

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

Safeguarding Officer
Balliol Building – Hugh Baird College
Temporary, Full-Time, initially for 6 months
£26,802.66-£29,102.65
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits
Join an Outstanding Team

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

About the Role

We are seeking a Safeguarding Officer to join our Student Services team. This is a vital role supporting the safety, wellbeing and success of our learners.

You will provide advice, guidance and frontline safeguarding support, helping students overcome barriers and remain engaged in their studies. Working closely with internal teams and external agencies, you will play a key role in ensuring the College meets its safeguarding responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to safeguarding concerns and disclosures, ensuring appropriate action is taken
• Manage and maintain accurate, confidential safeguarding records
• Support students with safeguarding and wellbeing issues to enable continued participation in learning
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers and external agencies to deliver effective support
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings (e.g. Child Protection, Early Help, Team Around the Family)
• Promote safeguarding and Prevent awareness across the College
• Deliver information, advice and guidance sessions to students and staff
• Support training and awareness activities in safeguarding and Prevent
• Contribute to safeguarding initiatives, campaigns and student engagement activities

About You

• Experience working with young people or vulnerable adults (e.g. education, health, youth or community setting)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and current issues affecting young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise effectively under pressure
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders

Please see the person specification for the full criteria.

Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance

Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

Medicash

Access to Medicash’s health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.

Pension Scheme

You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.

Professional Development

We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.

Industrial Commercial Updates

Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.

Reward and Recognition

Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.

Lifestyle Fitness Gym

You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.

Health and Wellbeing

You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.

Travel

You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.

Retail Discounts

You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.

Blue Light Card You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.

Who We Are

Hugh Baird College and University Centre is one of the top further education providers in the UK and one of only three colleges in the North West to hold an Outstanding Ofsted rating.

Serving the Liverpool City Region, the College includes Sefton Sixth Form College in Litherland and offers a wide range of opportunities, including vocational training for school leavers and adults, apprenticeships, A-levels, and university-level courses.

As a Mindful Employer, we are committed to creating a supportive and open culture around mental health. By signing the Charter for Employers Positive about Mental Health, we ensure our colleagues feel confident discussing mental health and accessing the support they need.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Across our campuses, provisions, and the entire organisation, we are united by a shared vision, mission, strategic priorities, and values. These define who we are, shape our behaviour, and guide our work every day. Find out more

Safeguarding Our Students

Hugh Baird College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and we expect all staff to uphold this commitment. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check, and applicants must disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands, or final warnings in accordance with current guidelines.

Are you ready to make your mark?

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team, shape the future of education, and leave a legacy of impact.