Safeguarding Lead
£33,365
Hours: 37 Hours per Week / 52 Weeks per Year
Contract Type: Permanent
Blackburn College has nearly 700 people employed in a vast range of roles and feels more like a community than a workplace. We strive to make our employee community a welcoming, caring, and enthusiastic one, fuelling ambition with opportunities and support to help us all achieve our personal and professional goals.
The Role
Responsible for the day-to-day responsive safeguarding services for students and apprentices. You will be the initial point of contact for safeguarding alerts, disclosures, and referrals. As a point of contact for advice, guidance, and support, you will fulfill specific duties delegated by the Operational Designated Safeguarding Lead.
The role will liaise with students, families, staff, and external agencies to ensure swift and appropriate interventions are provided for students 'at risk' or vulnerable. As a member of the wider Student Support and Experience Team, you will support the highest level of safeguarding concern/risk and enable staff to effectively promote the welfare of students and apprentices.
The Safeguarding Practitioner is responsible for providing an appropriate 'early help' offer, raising awareness of prevention strategies, and enabling students and apprentices to make informed choices and keep themselves safe.
What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?
You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:
1. Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
2. Cycle to Work Scheme
3. Family-friendly policies
4. Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
5. Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
6. A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
7. Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals
8. Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
Closing Date: 9am Monday 13 January 2025
Shortlisting Date: TBC
Interview Date: TBC
Reference Number: SL #J-18808-Ljbffr