Student Safeguarding & Welfare Lead

King's Leadership Academy, Liverpool; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

King's Leadership Academy Liverpool, a proud member of the Great Schools Trust, is seeking a safeguarding officer who will place the voice and welfare of every child at the centre of their practice. You will join a vibrant, diverse and forward-thinking school where high expectations, strong relationships and a sense of community shape everything we do.

This role supports safeguarding, pupil wellbeing and professional development within a collaborative team, with opportunities to liaise with

Responsibilities

• Respond to safeguarding and child protection concerns, disclosures and referrals, assessing risk and taking timely, child-centred action.
• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead with case management, review and monitoring of emerging concerns and outstanding actions.
• Make appropriate referrals and contribute to multi-agency meetings, statutory reviews and Family Help assessments.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential safeguarding records on CPOMS, including decisions, actions, referrals and outcomes.
• Provide targeted support for vulnerable students and families, including children looked after, young carers and students with SEND needs.
• Respond to online safety concerns and support effective filtering, monitoring and education for students, staff and families.
• Support safe transitions into, within and out of the academy by obtaining, reviewing and transferring safeguarding information securely.
• Contribute to safeguarding training, student education, policy development, audits and quality assurance.
• Work closely with safeguarding, pastoral, attendance, SEND and teaching teams to promote a safe, respectful and inclusive academy culture.

Job description

King's Leadership Academy Liverpool, a proud member of the Great Schools Trust, is seeking a safeguarding officer who will place the voice and welfare of every child at the centre of their practice. You will join a vibrant, diverse and forward-thinking school where high expectations, strong relationships and a sense of community shape everything we do.

This role supports safeguarding, pupil wellbeing and professional development within a collaborative team, with opportunities to liaise with