Regional Child Safety and Protection Specialist

3 weeks ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom Star Academies Full time

Are you interested in becoming part of a team that delivers exceptional leadership, strategic guidance, and support to some of the finest educational institutions? Do you aspire to contribute to the welfare of young individuals in underprivileged communities? If so, a position with Star Academies could be a significant step in your career journey.

About Star Central

Star Central, located at our headquarters, offers leadership, strategic guidance, and support to Star Academies and our educational establishments.

The Star Central team comprises professionals from diverse backgrounds, collaborating to provide outstanding support services to the Star community. We assist our schools in achieving educational and operational excellence while fostering a robust community aimed at nurturing today’s youth and inspiring future leaders.

Who We're Seeking

This is a remarkable opportunity to partner with senior leadership in cultivating a positive and ambitious culture that promotes exemplary safeguarding practices by eliminating obstacles to learning.

We are in search of safeguarding professionals capable of formulating strategies and offering counsel to senior leaders to establish a transparent and secure environment where all stakeholders can voice their concerns.

As a Regional Child Safety and Protection Specialist, you will be assigned to various schools within designated regions, necessitating flexibility in travel as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

Possess a degree or equivalent qualification.
Experience in managing intricate child protection cases and the ability to foster effective partnerships with both internal and external entities.
A proven history of driving organizational change and experience in collaborative, multi-agency environments.
Current knowledge of safeguarding practices and the skills necessary to fulfill the role effectively.
Ability to identify opportunities for improvement.

About Star Academies

Star Academies is a high-achieving multi-academy trust operating over 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-driven organization dedicated to enhancing the life prospects of young people in socially and economically challenged areas, enabling them to excel in education, employment, and professional fields. Each day, you will have the chance to influence a young person's future - our STAR values reflect our beliefs about what is essential for success.

We prioritize professional development as a cornerstone of our ongoing success, continually investing in our staff through our learning and development center, Star Institute. 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.

We also provide a variety of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries, pension plans, generous holiday allowances, and healthcare cash plans.

Our Commitment

Star Academies is dedicated to safeguarding, responsible recruitment, and promoting the welfare of students. Our thorough recruitment and selection processes are designed to deter and screen out unsuitable candidates. Successful applicants will undergo rigorous pre-employment checks.

We are equally committed to fostering diversity and eliminating discrimination. We strive for our workforce to reflect society and ensure that every employee feels valued and empowered to perform at their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices, opposing all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.



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