Safeguarding Officer - Dudley

Safeguarding Officer Vacancy – Birmingham Position: Safeguarding Officer Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Contract Type: Full-Time / Long-Term Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible About the Role We are partnering with a vibrant, supportive school in the Birmingham area to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Safeguarding Officer . This is a crucial pastoral role dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive environment, supporting vulnerable students, and ensuring rigorous child protection standards are upheld across the school. The successful candidate will work side-by-side with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to manage welfare concerns, maintain precise records, and collaborate closely with external agencies and Birmingham safeguarding partners. Key Responsibilities Child Protection: Serve as a reliable point of contact for safeguarding and welfare issues, responding swiftly and appropriately to disclosures. Multi-Agency Working: Liaise effectively with Birmingham Children's Trust, local police, and external support services to champion student welfare. Record Keeping: Maintain detailed, secure, and confidential safeguarding records in line with statutory requirements and school protocols. Student Advocacy: Provide a consistent, reassuring presence for students needing guidance, emotional support, or early intervention. Staff Guidance: Assist the DSL in ensuring all staff remain vigilant and aligned with current statutory guidelines, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). Ideal Candidate Specification Experience: Previous professional experience in a safeguarding, pastoral, social work, or youth welfare capacity within an educational or community setting. Knowledge: Sound understanding of UK statutory safeguarding frameworks (KCSIE), child protection procedures, and data confidentiality. Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle delicate situations with empathy, tact, and complete discretion. Vetting: An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or readiness to undergo clearance). How to Apply If you are passionate about student well-being and eager to make a lasting impact within a Birmingham school community, please submit your updated CV or reach out to our team directly.