Safeguarding Officer

Safeguarding Officer (Part-Time)

Salary: School Support Scale 19 24 (Actual £15,741 - £17,386)
Contract: Permanent, 18.5 hours per week (flexible), Term Time Only plus 2 weeks
Location: Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood Old Road, Heywood, OL10 2QN
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Officer to support the day-to-day safeguarding and child protection processes at Edgar Wood Academy. Working with the DSL and pastoral team, you will manage concerns, support students and families, and contribute to a strong safeguarding culture.

Key Duties

• Manage and investigate safeguarding concerns using CPOMS
• Support students through interventions and welfare checks
• Work with families and external agencies
• Contribute to Early Help processes and multi-agency work
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding compliance

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with vulnerable children or young people
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage workload and handle sensitive information
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

What We Offer

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous holidays and pension

How to apply

• Please apply via My New Term through our website: Our Vacancies - Altus Education Partnership
• Closing date: Friday 15^th May 2026
  Interviews: To be held week commencing 18^th May 2026

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.