Safeguarding Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Medicash

Staff benefits

Job summary

Hugh Baird College is seeking a Safeguarding Officer to join the Student Services team. This vital temporary role supports the safety, wellbeing and success of learners, providing frontline safeguarding guidance and recording safeguarding activity.

Working with internal teams and external agencies, you will help ensure the College meets its safeguarding responsibilities, manage a caseload, and contribute to multi-agency safeguarding work. Initial 6-month contract.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Respond to safeguarding concerns and disclosures with appropriate action.
• Maintain accurate, confidential safeguarding records.
• Support students to stay engaged in learning.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Attend 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 safeguarding training and awareness activities.
• Contribute to safeguarding initiatives and student engagement.

Skills

Experience with young people

Communication skills

Caseload management

Organisational skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Safeguarding Officer

Application Deadline: 11 November 2026

Department: Student Services

Employment Type: Temporary

Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus

Compensation: £26,802.66 - £29,102.65 / year

Description

• 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

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

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.