Safeguarding Practitioner

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included. Job details Job title: Safeguarding Practitioner Job reference: REQ011874 Date posted: 28/11/2025 Application closing date: 09/01/2026 Location: Manchester Salary: £25,500 - £26,500 per annum Package: Competitive Benefits plus Local Government Pension Scheme Contractual hours: 35 Basis: Full time Job category/type: Student Support Attachments: Safeguarding Practitioner.pdf Job description We’re looking for a dedicated Safeguarding Practitioner to play a critical role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students across the college. This is a vital position at the heart of our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. You’ll work closely with staff, students, and external agencies to identify, assess, and respond to safeguarding concerns. Your knowledge, empathy, and professional judgement will help protect and empower some of our most vulnerable learners. If you're passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives, this is the role for you. Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join our Foundation Learning and Support Department as a Safeguarding Practitioner on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis. Site Information Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry-standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital. Who are TMC? The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future. Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development. Benefits 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays. 3 well‑being days per year. Significant pension contribution. Retail discounts. Employee Assistance Program. Cycle to work scheme. Role Responsibilities Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Skills, Qualifications and Experience Qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in a relevant subject – Coaching / Mentoring / Teaching or Social/Youth Work. Hold Level 2 qualification in English and Maths. Experience of working or volunteering with Young People and / or Vulnerable Adults. Experience of providing safeguarding and/or welfare support to children, young people, or vulnerable adults. A good level of IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages. Strong coaching, mentoring and problem‑solving skills. Excellent communication and time‑management skills. Flexible, creative and solution‑focused approach to completing tasks. Empathy with Young People and / or Vulnerable Adults. Experience of forming and maintaining appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with Young People and / or Vulnerable Adults. Ability to display emotional resilience when faced with challenging behaviours. An awareness and understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. An awareness and understanding of issues relating to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of Young People and / or Vulnerable Adults, in accordance with current legislation. Experience of project planning and report writing. Safeguarding The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check. Equal Opportunities Statement At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy. The closing date for this job advert is 09/01/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response #J-18808-Ljbffr