Safeguarding/Wellbeing Officer

Job Title: Safeguarding Officer Location: Leyland, Lancashire Type: Full-time, Ongoing Contract Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of young people? Do you have experience in safeguarding and a commitment to creating a safe learning environment? Join our dynamic college in Leyland as a Safeguarding Officer and play a vital role in supporting and protecting students. Key Responsibilities: - Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the college, ensuring that all safeguarding procedures are effectively implemented. - Act as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns, providing timely and effective support to students, staff, and external agencies. - Manage safeguarding cases, working closely with local authorities, police, and social services as needed. - Lead on the development and implementation of safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with statutory guidelines. - Provide guidance and training to staff on safeguarding and child protection matters, creating a culture of vigilance. - Maintain accurate records of safeguarding concerns and actions taken, ensuring all documentation is up to date and confidential. - Stay informed on best practices and legislation in safeguarding, ensuring the college's procedures remain current and effective. - Contribute to the development of a positive, inclusive, and safe environment for all students. Requirements: - Experience in a safeguarding role, ideally within an education setting. - Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and procedures, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive situations with care and professionalism. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team, showing leadership in safeguarding issues. - A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the college community. - Enhanced DBS clearance. Desirable: - Level 3 or above qualification in safeguarding or child protection. - Previous experience in a college or secondary school setting. - Experience in delivering safeguarding training. Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment. This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract). Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Business