Term-Time Safeguarding & Student Wellbeing Lead

onlyFE; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

30 days annual leave

Hybrid & flexible working

Health & wellbeing support

Free parking

CPD opportunities

Job summary

The Sheffield College is seeking a dedicated safeguarding professional to support the wellbeing of students, including vulnerable learners, across the college. This term-time role requires liaising with external agencies, safeguarding staff, curriculum and support teams to monitor student progress and respond to safeguarding referrals.

You will lead safeguarding training, coordinate early intervention strategies, and ensure records are maintained in line with GDPR.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of safeguarding principles.
• Experience supporting students, including vulnerable learners.
• Ability to engage with learners to identify challenges and barriers to progression.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for external safeguarding agencies.
• Attend external events such as Child Protection conferences and social care meetings.
• Make timely referrals to Children/Adult Social Care and other agencies to safeguard students.
• Work with schools to gather safeguarding details for new students.
• Deliver safeguarding training to staff and students.
• Lead welfare support for students with safeguarding disclosures and monitor progress.

Job description

The Sheffield College is seeking a dedicated safeguarding professional to support the wellbeing of students, including vulnerable learners, across the college. This term-time role requires liaising with external agencies, safeguarding staff, curriculum and support teams to monitor student progress and respond to safeguarding referrals.

You will lead safeguarding training, coordinate early intervention strategies, and ensure records are maintained in line with GDPR.