Safeguarding Officer

• Location: Aylesbury
• Type: Full time, TERM-TIME ONLY
• Reporting to: Head of Safeguarding
• Salary: £31k FTE (£26k pro-rata)

Dovetail and Slate are recruiting on behalf of a leading education provider based in Aylesbury.

• Serve as a key contact for safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Provide advice and guidance on safeguarding and Prevent initiatives to students.
• Oversee safeguarding efforts for students in community-based courses.

• Offer advice and support to staff, students, and others regarding safeguarding concerns.
• Collaborate with external agencies to support student safety and well-being.
• Track and document safeguarding cases, ensuring compliance with laws and standards.
• Lead the referral process for safeguarding and Prevent concerns to appropriate agencies.
• Build and maintain relationships with local support organisations.
• Deliver safeguarding training, covering topics like online safety and child protection issues.

• Relevant experience
• Experience working with young people.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues confidentially.
• Great numeracy and literacy skills Able to work independently or in a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Right to work in the UK

If this role is of interest, please apply with your CV.

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