Role: Safeguarding OfficerAcademy: Outwood Academy AcklamStart Date: ASAPSalary (Actual Salary): £25,411Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only + 15 days.About the Academy:Outwood Academy Acklam, the first Outwood school in Teesside, has an enrollment of almost 1200 students each academic year.
In its most recent assessment, it was recognized as a GOOD school with EXCEPTIONAL leadership.The academy is a vibrant and diverse 11-16 academy.
Our exceptional academic and pastoral teams are here to provide you with the necessary tools to make a significant and lasting impact on students.
The academy offers effective care and support for students, particularly those with special needs, and with a strong emphasis on academic achievement, it provides the perfect environment for anyone dedicated to empowering their students.About the Role:As a safeguarding officer you will play a key role in ensuring the ongoing health and welfare of students across the academy, this includes the coordination of safeguarding referrals, arranging actions and reviewing services for children and families.
You will work directly with both in need students and their families to promote, strengthen and develop the support being provided by families and carers, this will also include liaising with external agencies to ensure all parties have the necessary and relevant information required.
Due to the nature of this role, applicants must have previous experience of working with children, families and external agencies, with previous experience of social services work being essential.
Applicants must have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, with an ability to work in both a team as well as an individual.
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