Safeguarding Officer

Safeguarding Officer (Nights)

£29,292 - £32,050 per annum based on an FTE of £27,462 - £30,047 per annum

An average of 40 hours per week over a rolling 8-week shift pattern

Permanent

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

About the Role

The Hartpury Safeguarding Team provide a 24/7 service and is responsible for all College and University students whilst they are on Campus. The Safeguarding Team is responsible for a range of functions including Safeguarding and Welfare, Mental Health and SEN needs and Pastoral Support.

The Safeguarding Officer (Nights) is responsible for ensuring and security of students during the night-time period. The role requires a highly organised and proactive individual who can work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and reporting incidents that may occur during their shift and is expected to work closely with other members of the Safeguarding Team to ensure a safe environment for all.

Whilst the Residential Support team support all students living on the Hartpury campus, there is a strong focus on those aged under 18.

• You will support the Assistant Head of Safeguarding and Wellbeing to ensure that Hartpury fulfils all of its statutory duties with regard to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
• You will enhance the experience of students in residential halls, developing a sense of community and providing safeguarding and wellbeing support in a sensitive and empathic manner.
• Form trusted relationships with our students, supporting them whilst raising awareness of how young people can keep themselves and others safe. This will involve awareness raising sessions with students.
• Working an average of 40 hours per week over an 8-week rota, hours of work are between 2000 hours – 0800 hours.

About You

• Hold a minimum of a Safeguarding Level 2 qualification, with willingness to wok towards Level 3 if not held.
• Experience of working with young people in an education setting.
• Experience of managing student wellbeing and pastoral concerns.
• Passionate about supporting young people to succeed and overcome challenges.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students and other adults.

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 23rd November 2025

Interviews will be held on w/c 1st December 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.