Safeguarding Officer

• Location: Stansted, Onsite (some travel required)
• Job Type: Permanent
• Salary: £35,000
• Hours: 35 per week (9am - 5pm, with 1-hour unpaid lunch)

Join a leading organisation as a Safeguarding Officer and become a pivotal part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact on the safety and well-being of diverse communities. This role offers the unique opportunity to lead and innovate in the development and implementation of comprehensive safeguarding practices.

What You'll Do:

• Champion Safeguarding: Implement and promote the organisation's Safeguarding Policy across various sectors including educational facilities and community centres.
• Strategic Advisory: Provide expert advice and guidance on safeguarding policies to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment with current legislation and best practices.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work closely with senior leadership to design and implement critical incident protocols and safeguarding strategies.
• Policy Development: Regularly update safeguarding policies and procedures, spearheading improvements and ensuring compliance with the latest safeguarding legislation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate vital discussions to foster a culture of safety and proactive safeguarding practices across the organisation.
• Training and Development: Lead the design and delivery of dynamic safeguarding training programs, tailored to meet the needs of diverse roles within the organisation.

Who You Are:

• Qualified and Experienced: You hold a Safeguarding Level 4 qualification or equivalent, backed by robust experience in safeguarding coordination within a dynamic organisational setting.
• Knowledgeable: You have a deep understanding of UK safeguarding legislation, DBS protocols, and GDPR as it relates to safeguarding.
• Strategic Thinker: Your experience in policy development and stakeholder engagement allows you to effectively manage safeguarding practices and influence positive changes.
• Skilled Communicator: You possess strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with and training a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Tech-Savvy: Competent in using digital platforms and databases essential for maintaining secure and confidential records.

Benefits:

• Impactful Role: Directly influence the safety and integrity of the community in a role that matters.
• Professional Development: Continuous learning opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in safeguarding.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Engage with a variety of stakeholders and be part of significant safeguarding initiatives within a supportive team.

How to Apply:

Are you ready to make a profound impact in safeguarding? Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your passion for safeguarding. Show us how you can contribute to a safer and more inclusive environment.

This role is not just a job; it's a chance to make a real difference every day. Join us in our mission to protect and empower our community. We look forward to your application!