Safeguarding Officer

Educated to degree level or at least Level 4 with both English and Maths GCSE at Grade C or 5 or above

Willingness to undertake safeguarding, behaviour management and relevant school-based training

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities

Relevant qualification in education, youth work, behaviour support or pastoral care

Training in behaviour management, mentoring or restorative practices

First Aid qualification

Experience of working with young people in an educational, pastoral or youth setting

Experience of supervising students and managing behaviour effectively

Experience of working with students who display challenging behaviour

Experience of maintaining records and completing reports accurately

Experience of working collaboratively with staff and external professionals

Experience of working with families and carers to support student progress and behaviour

Knowledge of strategies to reduce suspensions and exclusions

Ability to maintain a calm, safe and purposeful learning environment

Ability to challenge behaviour positively while maintaining professional relationships

Ability to motivate and engage students in learning during internal exclusion

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion

Competent ICT skills, including record keeping and report writing

Mentoring and coaching skills