Safeguarding Officer

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Qualifications
Five A*- C grades at GCSE including English and Maths or equivalent - Essential
Level 4 qualification or higher in a relevant field (e.g. safeguarding, education, social care) - Essential
A degree in social work or similar or an equivalent qualification or experience in a social work role - Desirable
Safeguarding training/qualification - Desirable
Social Work England registered - Desirable
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Have the experience, confidence and expertise to take responsibility for, and take the lead on, providing and coordinating services for students with more complex needs. Whilst you will provide updates to senior staff and will work as part of a team, you need to be able to work autonomously, exercising sound balanced judgment - Essential
Significant previous experience as a social worker or similar role (public, private or voluntary sector), including working with complex family situations/cases and with vulnerable children and teenagers; including experience of making home visits - Essential
The ability to work meticulously, keeping detailed and fully accurate records and notes - critical to this role - Essential
Excellent communication skills, including diplomacy and tact. Able to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and external stakeholders and build positive relationships - Essential
Ability to work under pressure, remain calm, take criticism and remain resilient, even in challenging situations. Robust constitution and stamina including a good record of attendance and health - Essential
Integrity, honesty and aligned with Academy and Trust’s vision and values - Essential
Comfortable managing a diverse caseload and adopting a flexible working approach. Open to change - Essential
Excellent organisational, prioritisation and administrative skills including the ability to consistently work to deadlines. Sound IT skills - Essential
Counselling skills including active listening & non-judgemental approach - Essential
Access to / use of a vehicle which can be used for home visits - Essential
Experience of carrying out needs assessments, preparing plans and monitoring and reviewing outcomes - Essential
Knowledge of SEND and the 4 areas of need in ‘SEND Code of Practice’ - Desirable
Knowledge of successful attendance interventions - Desirable
Commitment to professional development, with a healthy attitude to personal development and work-life balance - Essential
Experience in behaviour management for identified pupils - Desirable
Knowledge of risk assessments - Desirable
Ability to build relationships quickly with young people and go “the extra mile” to support pupils. Ability to instil learning resilience and confidence in pupils - Essential
Commitment to staff welfare, including being understanding, supportive and able to maintain confidentiality - Essential
Commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities and the equal value of all members of the school community - Essential