Job summary Were looking for a Safeguarding Officer to support our Director of Safeguarding and Health and Safety in addressing welfare and safety concerns for the children and young people at Priors Court. Your role will be vital in promoting high safeguarding standards and ensuring that every young person is protected in our care. Please Note: A full UK driving licence is preferred due to our location. Main duties of the job As a Safeguarding Officer, you will play a crucial role in responding and monitoring safeguarding issues. You will assist in implementing safeguarding policies and practices, ensuring the highest standards are maintained. Your work will involve regular analysis of safeguarding data and collaborating with staff and external agencies to promote a safe environment for all. About us Priors Court is a registered charity providing education and residential care for autistic young people with complex needs, aged 5-25. Set within a 50-acre site in Berkshire, we have extensive bespoke facilities to help the young people we support to be healthy, happy, more independent and have the opportunity to access the world of work. We understand that the little things are actually the big things for an autistic young person, and we celebrate them as major milestones. A daily life skill gained or an anxiety conquered today is a stepping stone towards tomorrows work placement, or a shared special occasion with family. Priors Court never stays still. We are ambitious for our young people and aspire to be a global leader for autistic young people with complex needs. We want to deliver outcomes for them beyond our imagination; to help transform the lives of even more autistic young people, and to develop practice improvements which we can share across the world. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £30,000 to £35,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number B0629-24-0011 Job locations Prior's Court Prior's Court Road Chieveley Berkshire RG18 9NU Job description Job responsibilities Assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead in responding to welfare and safety concerns. Monitor and analyse safeguarding data to identify trends and concerns. Provide a responsive service for safeguarding inquiries related to children and young people. Guide staff on safeguarding practices to ensure every young person's safety. Support the delivery of safeguarding training for staff, volunteers, and agencies. Liaise with external safeguarding partners and agencies as needed. Manage allegations and referrals in accordance with Priors Courts safeguarding policies. Maintain accurate and secure safeguarding documentation. Collaborate with HR on suitability assessments for staff and volunteers. Job description Job responsibilities Assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead in responding to welfare and safety concerns. Monitor and analyse safeguarding data to identify trends and concerns. Provide a responsive service for safeguarding inquiries related to children and young people. Guide staff on safeguarding practices to ensure every young person's safety. Support the delivery of safeguarding training for staff, volunteers, and agencies. Liaise with external safeguarding partners and agencies as needed. Manage allegations and referrals in accordance with Priors Courts safeguarding policies. Maintain accurate and secure safeguarding documentation. Collaborate with HR on suitability assessments for staff and volunteers. Person Specification Skills / Knowledge Essential Awareness of safeguarding legislation, guidance, and thresholds Ability to write balanced and factually accurate reports. Qualifications Essential Diploma 3 in Health and Social Care Willingness to complete relevant training for the role e.g. universal safeguarding training for children and adults, DSL training, train the trainer course, safer recruitment, allegation management training Desirable Diploma Level 5 or NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care A management qualification Experience Essential Experience in providing care and learning for children and / or vulnerable young people. Experience within a safeguarding role or a management role with safeguarding responsibilities. Experience in working with external partners / agencies Desirable Knowledge of Autism, Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs. Experience in delivering training. Experience in conducting effective investigations, with reasonable outcomes. Person Specification Skills / Knowledge Essential Awareness of safeguarding legislation, guidance, and thresholds Ability to write balanced and factually accurate reports. Qualifications Essential Diploma 3 in Health and Social Care Willingness to complete relevant training for the role e.g. universal safeguarding training for children and adults, DSL training, train the trainer course, safer recruitment, allegation management training Desirable Diploma Level 5 or NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care A management qualification Experience Essential Experience in providing care and learning for children and / or vulnerable young people. Experience within a safeguarding role or a management role with safeguarding responsibilities. Experience in working with external partners / agencies Desirable Knowledge of Autism, Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs. Experience in delivering training. Experience in conducting effective investigations, with reasonable outcomes. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Prior's Court Foundation Address Prior's Court Prior's Court Road Chieveley Berkshire RG18 9NU Employer's website https://www.priorscourt.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)