Safeguarding Officer

Weavers Academy; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Weavers Academy is seeking a compassionate safeguarding assistant to join our safeguarding team. You will support students, build positive relationships with families, and help remove barriers to achievement.

Working with colleagues and external partners, you will contribute to a safe, inclusive school environment and ensure adherence to safeguarding legislation and procedures. This role is suitable for someone with experience in education or youth settings, excellent communication skills, and a

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children, young people, and/or families in relevant settings
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures

Responsibilities

• Support students within the safeguarding team and contribute to a safe school environment
• Build positive, supportive relationships with students and families
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure safeguarding best practices

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

About You:

Weavers Academy are seeking a compassionate and proactive individual to join our safeguarding team. You will be committed to supporting young people, confident in building positive relationships with students and families, and motivated by the opportunity to make a lasting impact. Working closely with colleagues and external partners, you will play a vital role in helping students overcome barriers and achieve success.

Our Ideal candidate will have:

• Good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
• Evidence of working with children, young people, and/or families in an education, social care, community, or youth setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance (including KCSIE), and child protection procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills suited to multi-agency work