Safeguarding Support Manager (Non-Teaching)

South Craven School; Goose Eye; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

South Craven School is seeking a non-teaching Safeguarding Support Manager to join our pastoral team and help maintain a safe, supportive environment for all students. You will work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to manage daily safeguarding operations and coordinate with external agencies as needed.

This permanent post offers a salary of £32,061 (Grade I SCP 23) actual per annum, Term Time Plus Two Weeks with flexible hours to suit the role.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in child protection, safeguarding or pastoral environments.
• Knowledge of Keeping Children Safe in Education and local guidance.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• High level of confidentiality and professional ethics.
• A collaborative team player within a safeguarding team.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily safeguarding operations with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Liaise with external safeguarding and welfare agencies.
• Support vulnerable students and families as required.
• Maintain robust safeguarding records and reporting.

Skills

Safeguarding expertise

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Confidentiality

Teamwork

CPD mindset

Job description

We are looking for a non-teaching Safeguarding Support Manager to join our pastoral team and play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe, supportive environment for all our students.

In this dedicated role, you will work closely with our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to manage daily safeguarding operations, liaise with external agencies, support vulnerable students and maintain robust records.

Post: Safeguarding Support Manager (Non-Teaching)

Salary: Grade I SCP 23 - £32,061 (Actual PA)

Hours: Permanent, Term Time Plus Two Weeks (these would be flexible hours to suit the demands/nature of the role)

Reporting To: Designated Safeguarding Lead

Closing Date :Monday 16th November 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

What We Are Looking For

• Strong experience working in child protection, social care, youth work or a pastoral school environment.
• Deep knowledge of safeguarding frameworks (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, local guidance).
• Exceptional communication, active listening and conflict-resolution skills.
• High level of emotional resilience, professionalism and strict adherence to confidentiality.
• A strong team player to work alongside a large safeguarding team.
• The desire to complete regular CPD to keep up with demands of this role.