Student Safeguarding Lead - Multi-Agency Impact

Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education; Norwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education is seeking a Safeguarding Officer to join our Wellbeing and Safeguarding team. You will promote safety, wellbeing and success of our students across Paston and Easton sites, with some travel to Norwich.

The role requires extensive safeguarding and child protection experience, a relevant professional qualification, and strong communication skills. You will collaborate with multi-agency partners, manage a busy caseload and maintain accurate

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in safeguarding and child protection.
• A relevant professional qualification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of working effectively with multi-agency partners.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence in managing sensitive information and maintaining accurate records.
• A commitment to improving outcomes for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide safeguarding support and make referrals to Children’s and Adult Social Care and other specialist services.
• Work with the Wellbeing and Safeguarding team to support students.
• Lead multi‑agency working to secure the best outcomes for young people.
• Manage a busy caseload and maintain accurate records.
• Occasional evening work may be required.

Skills

Safeguarding

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-agency collaboration

Organisational skills

Record keeping

Professional judgement

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education is seeking a Safeguarding Officer to join our Wellbeing and Safeguarding team. You will promote safety, wellbeing and success of our students across Paston and Easton sites, with some travel to Norwich.

The role requires extensive safeguarding and child protection experience, a relevant professional qualification, and strong communication skills. You will collaborate with multi-agency partners, manage a busy caseload and maintain accurate