Current Job Vacancies

Safeguarding Officer

Contract: Permanent

Salary: NJC Grade F (SCP 19-24) £31,067 - £34,314 pro rata / per annum

Closing date for applications: 27 January 2026, 9.00am

Would you like to make a difference to the lives of young people?

Educational Diversity has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Safeguarding Officer, supporting children and their families to access education and thrive within our provision.

We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, self motivated and flexible, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.

About the Role

As a Safeguarding Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety, welfare and educational engagement of pupils within the designated Centre of Educational Diversity. Working closely with the Lead Teacher, Pastoral Lead and wider multi-agency partners, you will provide safeguarding oversight and wrap-around support for young people and their families.

The ideal candidate would have:

Has strong safeguarding knowledge and experience working with children, families and multiagency partners.
Is able to work with sensitivity, empathy and professionalism.
Can prioritise workload effectively while remaining responsive to urgent safeguarding needs.
Communicates confidently and clearly with pupils, families, staff and partner agencies.
Works well independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Interview Date: 5 February 2026