Safeguarding Officer in Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Safeguarding Officer

Location: Rotherham
Contract: Temporary (Until December)
Hours: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate (DOE)
Sector: Education

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Safeguarding Officer to join a well-established educational provider in Rotherham on a temporary basis until December. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced safeguarding professional who is passionate about promoting the welfare, safety, and wellbeing of learners.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the organisation's safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring that learners are protected and that safeguarding procedures are implemented effectively and consistently.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for safeguarding and welfare concerns across the organisation.
• Support the identification, assessment, and management of safeguarding concerns and referrals.
• Liaise with learners, parents/carers, staff, and external agencies to ensure appropriate support is provided.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date safeguarding records in line with organisational policies and statutory requirements.
• Support investigations and safeguarding interventions where required.
• Monitor learner attendance, wellbeing, and engagement, raising concerns where appropriate.
• Assist with safeguarding training and awareness activities for staff and learners.
• Work closely with curriculum, pastoral, and support teams to promote a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, Prevent, health and safety, and data protection requirements.
• Contribute to safeguarding audits, reports, and quality assurance processes.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working within safeguarding, welfare, pastoral support, student services, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and child protection procedures.
• Experience working with young people and/or vulnerable adults.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Requirements

• Safeguarding qualification or relevant training.
• Experience working within an educational setting, such as a school, college, or training provider.
• Knowledge of Prevent, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), and safeguarding legislation.
• Experience liaising with external support services and local authorities.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of learners. You will have the confidence to manage sensitive situations, build positive relationships, and work collaboratively as part of a wider support team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a learner-focused educational environment while gaining valuable experience within a supportive organisation.

Please note: An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.