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Job Title: Child Protection and Safeguarding Manager
Location: Plumstead, South East London
Salary: £23,191 (actual gross salary)
Job Type: Permanent, Part Time - 21 hours per week to be worked Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 1 week)
Closing date:Midday, Thursday 26th June
Plumstead Manor is a thriving community school whose goal is to provide a world-class education through our vision of excellence for all. This fundamental goal is supported by our core values of pride, ambition, respect and teamwork which infuse all our work together. We aim to release the full potential of every young person during their seven-year journey with us, and support them to go beyond what they ever thought possible.
The Role:
We are seeking a Child Protection and Safeguarding Manager to work 3 days per week, sharing the role with a colleague who works 2 days per week.
You will support the Leadership team to provide a safe environment in which students can develop and learn.
You will take the day to day 'lead' on safeguarding issues within the school, working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead Coordinator.
You will maintain accurate, confidential and up to date documentation on all cases of safeguarding and child Protection and attend relevant meetings as required.
An important part of your role will be to carry out duties as the school's 'lead professional' in cases where the school initiates a MASH referral.
The role also includes maintaining the register of Young Carers and maintaining a register of students who are 'At Risk'.We are looking for:
Knowledge of best practice in pastoral care and safeguarding.
Knowledge of current educational issues.
Experience of working with vulnerable children/young people in an education, social work or youth setting.
Experience of working with young people who are distressed or displaying antisocial behaviour.
At least 5 years successful experience in an administrative role
Qualification at degree level or equivalent.
Good skills in information management and IT.We can offer you:
The opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team
Excellent professional development and supportTo apply for this role please click APPLY button and CHECK YOUR EMAILS for the application form.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.
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Candidates with previous job titles and experience of; Safeguarding Manager, Senior Social Care Manager, Social Manager, Child Care Manager, Child Social Support Services Manager, Social Services Manager, Child Protection Manager, Social Worker may also be considered for this role
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