Safeguarding Officer

What skills and experience we're looking for

About The Role

Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Safeguarding Officer to play a key role in promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all students at Brymore Academy. Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you will be a trusted point of contact for safeguarding concerns, helping to ensure that vulnerable children receive the support and protection they need.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with strong safeguarding knowledge, excellent communication skills and a commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for young people. You will work collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies to coordinate support, manage safeguarding records and contribute to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for every student.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a primary point of contact for staff and students regarding safeguarding concerns.
• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in leading safeguarding and child protection practices across the academy.
• Manage referrals to external agencies and attend multi-agency meetings, including Child Protection Conferences and review meetings.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date safeguarding and child protection records.
• Work closely with families, school staff and partner agencies to secure positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
• Provide guidance and support to staff on safeguarding and child protection matters.
• Support pupils experiencing emotional wellbeing challenges, including low mood and anxiety.
• Contribute to safeguarding training, policy development and the promotion of a strong safeguarding culture throughout the academy.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

We care about our staff and are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment. In addition to salary, we offer:

• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of over 19%
• Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and access to a staff wellbeing centre
• The opportunity to work in a unique and highly regarded day and boarding academy.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to on-site gym facilities at selected locations

Commitment to safeguarding

Brymore Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and therefore this post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.