Safeguarding Officer

EmployerCoventry CollegeLocationCoventry, West MidlandsContract TypePermanentHoursFull TimeContract LengthPermanentSalary£29,599 - £31,409Posted6th August 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleExpires23rd August :59 PMContract TypePermanentStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID Job ReferenceCovCollege0223Start DateAs Soon As PossibleContract Type :PermanentContract Length: PermanentJob ID: Job Title: Safeguarding OfficerLocation: Coventry CollegeContract Type: Full-Time, permanentHours per Week: 37 per weekSalary: £29,599 - £31,409per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)About UsCoventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we’ve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow—strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.About the RoleAn exciting opportunity to join the college’s safeguarding team as the Safeguarding Officer and LAC Support, to further develop and strengthen the safeguarding provision at Coventry College. Working alongside our DSL, Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager and other members of the Safeguarding team. You will required to have experience Experience working with Looked After Children (LAC).To offer a frontline safeguarding response and provide intensive targeted support to learners who are at serious risk of underachieving and/or becoming NEET due to associated issues that may impact on their learning. For example, young carers (YC), refugee and asylum seekers, those subject to family breakdown (CLA, CL) or homelessness, financial difficulties, mental health concerns, substance misuse, and teenage pregnancy etc.Promote and establish good attendance, by working with college tutors/lecturers, parents, carers, professionals and young people to reduce and remove barriers to learning and progress. Contribute to the planning and implementation of multi-agency approaches and support that promote positive outcomes.Provide advice and support to staff on safeguarding matters and ensure that individuals know how to report concerns and understand reporting proceduresRequirementsMust-Have:Level 3 safeguarding qualification or commitment towards actively working towards gaining qualification.Level 2 qualification in English and MathsExperience of working with people within an educational organisation or youth work environmentExperience of developing, organising and promoting social and recreational activities in various settingsExperience working with Looked After Children (LAC)What we offerFree on-site parking, including pay-as-you-go EV charging spacesExcellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS)Generous annual leave entitlement – 34 days plus statutory bank holidaysAccess to continued professional development and training opportunitiesEmployee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing supportEmployee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and moreThis role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink optionsDiscounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salonStaff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievementsA supportive, inclusive working environmentHow to ApplyTo apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.Please note that CVs will not be accepted.We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr