Safeguarding Officer – Maternity Cover (School)

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Employee Reward Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site gym

Retail discounts platform

Job summary

Brymore Academy in Somerset is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Officer to promote the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all students. Working with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will be a trusted point of contact for safeguarding concerns and help ensure vulnerable children receive the support.

You will collaborate with staff, families and external agencies to coordinate referrals, maintain confidential records and contribute to safeguarding training, policy development and an inclusive

Qualifications

• Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience.
• Excellent communication with staff, families and partners.
• Ability to manage safeguarding records confidentially.
• Experience in multi-agency safeguarding meetings.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for safeguarding concerns.
• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Manage referrals to external agencies and attend meetings.
• Maintain accurate safeguarding records.
• Work with families and partners to secure positive outcomes.
• Provide guidance to staff on safeguarding matters.
• Support pupils with emotional wellbeing challenges.
• Contribute to safeguarding training and policy development.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Record keeping

Collaboration

Job description

Brymore Academy in Somerset is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Officer to promote the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all students. Working with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will be a trusted point of contact for safeguarding concerns and help ensure vulnerable children receive the support.

You will collaborate with staff, families and external agencies to coordinate referrals, maintain confidential records and contribute to safeguarding training, policy development and an inclusive