Child Protection Officer

CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER  GRADE F SCP 17-23 (£31,022 - £34,434) ACTUAL SALARY £26,564.18 - £29,485.88 37 HOURS PER WEEK TERM TIME PLUS 5 DAYS PERMENENT CONTRACT REQUIRED ASAP We are a very popular and successful Church of England Academy of 1,760 students (335 in the Sixth Form). Our students progress onto world-class universities and institutions to further study or gain apprenticeships and employment. Our aim is to fulfil individual potential and prepare pupils for life in a rapidly changing world by providing an excellent education within a Christian environment. Canon Slade School is a member of the Bishop Fraser Trust, a C of E multi academy trust established in 2017. This is an exciting time to join us as it provides a great opportunity to work closely with the other three High Schools in the MAT - St James’s C of E High School, Bolton St Catherine’s Academy and Bury C of E High School: sharing good practice and building on our ongoing progress. WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO: ·        Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people ·        Has experience of working with children, young people, and families in a safeguarding or child protection environment ·        Demonstrated a sound understanding of child protection legislation, policies, and procedures ·        Can identify, assess and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and risks ·        Builds positive and effective relationships with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies ·        Possesses excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills ·        Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records and reports ·        Is able to manage a varied workload, prioritise effectively, and work under pressure ·        Demonstrate resilience, professionalism and sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and complex situations ·        Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team while also being able to work independently ·        Values diversity, inclusion, and equality, and is committed to supporting the needs of all children and families ·        Is proactive in their professional development and committed to maintaining up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and practice.     YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE: Primary purpose of the job is to work under the direction of the school Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL):  ·    &n