Child Protection Specialist

4 days ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Social Care and Education Jobs Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Safeguarding & Pastoral Lead to join our specialist education provider in the Stevenage area of Hertfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional passionate about safeguarding and pastoral care within a unique educational setting.

Salary

The salary for this role is £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.

About the Role

  • This permanent, full-time position involves managing safeguarding referrals using the internal safeguarding system, ensuring policies and processes are followed.
  • The successful candidate will drive the improvement of behaviour and safeguarding practices across the site, ensuring compliance with statutory guidelines, CQC & Ofsted regulations.
  • You will oversee the effective implementation of the Attendance Policy and deliver safeguarding and behaviour training through staff CPD sessions.
  • You will ensure all compliance reports and audits are completed in partnership with the school business manager.
  • Communicate with parents, staff, local authorities, and other agencies regarding student progress and support strategies.

Responsibilities

Support Service Leads with the strategic development of behaviour, pastoral care, and transition to adulthood programmes.

  • DSL / Designated Safeguarding Lead Training Level 3 or above – Essential.
  • Level 3 in Health & Social Care or Children & Young People – Desirable.
  • Experience in developing pastoral care and special needs interventions.
  • Previous leadership experience in a residential children's or adult care setting.
  • Understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and relevant support frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Ofsted and CQC regulations and inspections.

What We Offer

Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, allowing us to request all convictions and cautions for review under DBS filtering rules.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and are a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.



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