Regional Child Protection and Safeguarding Specialist

3 weeks ago


West Midlands, United Kingdom Star Academies Full time

Join Our Mission

Are you ready to be part of a dedicated team that provides exceptional leadership, strategic guidance, and support to some of the finest educational institutions? If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young individuals from underprivileged backgrounds, then this opportunity with Star Academies could be the perfect fit for you.

About Star Central

Located at our central office, Star Central is committed to offering leadership and strategic support to our academies and educational initiatives. Our team comprises professionals from diverse backgrounds, collaborating to deliver outstanding services to the Star community. We are dedicated to fostering educational excellence and building a robust community that nurtures today’s youth and inspires the leaders of tomorrow.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role presents an exciting chance to work closely with senior management to cultivate a positive and ambitious culture that champions effective safeguarding practices and eliminates barriers to learning.

We seek safeguarding professionals who can devise strategies and offer guidance to senior leaders, ensuring a transparent and secure environment where all members can voice their concerns.

As a Regional Child Protection and Safeguarding Specialist, you will be assigned to various schools within designated regions, requiring flexibility in travel as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

  • A degree or equivalent qualification.
  • Proven experience in managing intricate child protection cases and the ability to foster effective partnerships with both internal and external entities.
  • A successful history of driving organizational change and experience in collaborative, multi-agency environments.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of current safeguarding practices and the necessary skills to fulfill the role effectively.
  • The ability to identify and implement improvement opportunities.

About Star Academies

Star Academies is a high-achieving multi-academy trust operating over 30 primary and secondary schools. We are committed to enhancing the life prospects of young people in socially and economically challenged areas, empowering them to excel in education, employment, and professional pathways. Each day offers the rewarding opportunity to influence a young person's future, embodying our belief in the essentials for success.

We prioritize professional development as a cornerstone of our success, continuously investing in our staff through our learning and development initiatives. With extensive training, mentoring, and advancement opportunities across our expanding network of academies, joining our team of educational leaders could elevate your career to new heights.



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