Safeguarding Officer

Contract: Permanent, Term time plus 20 days Hours : 35 hours per week Salary: NJC grade 8 £41,771 - £46,141 pro rata Actual Salary : £38,692 - £42,740 Start date: ASAP Application closing date: 9am, Monday 7th September 2026 The role We wish to appoint a reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking Safeguarding Manager to join our Safeguarding and Pastoral team. We’re looking for an excellent communicator with a can-do attitude and initiative. A background in Social Work would be an advantage. You’ll be part of a dedicated team, making a real difference to our students’ lives, and supporting staff to succeed in their roles. Every day will be different. You’ll be valued and recognised as an essential part of our team helping college life to function smoothly. We welcome applications from a wide range of previous work experiences, including new graduates. At least 2 years working in an education setting, excellent written and oral communication skills and commitment to our shared values are essential. Employee benefits Excellent career and professional development opportunities Free membership of East Manchester Leisure Centre across the road from college (gym and pool - no restrictions on hours) Local government pension scheme and recognised continuous service; Co-operative flexible benefits, including Cycle Scheme and Co-op discount Season ticket and rental deposit loans Free flu vaccine and eye tests An Employee Assistance programme for colleagues and members of their household Co-operative Credit Union About Connell Connell staff have the rare opportunity to be a catalyst for social change by transforming the lives of the young people in the communities that we serve. We are a small sixth form college which means our staff get to know our students and how best to support and teach them. We are an inclusive community. We work in a modern building and embrace the latest technology. We provide a college experience that makes a significant impact on every student; ensuring they enjoy learning, excel in their chosen subjects and exceed prior expectations to reach their goals. If you share our belief that poverty and deprivation should never limit the quality of a young person’s educational experience or their levels of achievement, then we would love to hear from you. Connell is an inclusive and diverse community and we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Any questions, please contact us via email: hr@connell.ac.uk