Safeguarding & Student Wellbeing Officer

Creative Education Trust; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Weavers Academy, part of Creative Education Trust in Wellingborough, is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Officer to support student welfare and safe school practices. You will work with staff, families and external partners to ensure safeguarding procedures are followed, provide early intervention, and uphold a culture where every child feels safe, heard and valued.

The role requires knowledge of safeguarding legislation (KCSIE), excellent communication skills, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English completed
• Experience with children, young people or families in related settings
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and KCSIE guidance
• Strong communication for multi‑agency work

Responsibilities

• Support safeguarding of students and act as a trusted safeguarding professional
• Collaborate with families and external agencies to promote welfare
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns per policy

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safeguarding knowledge (KCSIE)

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Weavers Academy, part of Creative Education Trust in Wellingborough, is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Officer to support student welfare and safe school practices. You will work with staff, families and external partners to ensure safeguarding procedures are followed, provide early intervention, and uphold a culture where every child feels safe, heard and valued.

The role requires knowledge of safeguarding legislation (KCSIE), excellent communication skills, and the ability to work