Safeguarding Officer and LAC Support

Job Title: Safeguarding Officer and LAC Support Employment Status: Permanent Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Term time only plus 5 days Salary: Support Staff Grade 4- £23,036 Required: September 2026 Location: Blue Coat C of E School, Coventry About the role The postholder of Safeguarding Officer will play a key role in supporting the school’s safeguarding arrangements and promoting the welfare of our children and young people. The postholder will be responsible for monitoring and taking appropriate action on internal safeguarding referrals recorded on CPOMS, ensuring that the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) always maintains clear oversight. The role requires a sound understanding of the school’s statutory duties in relation to Looked After Children (LAC) and the ability to support these pupils effectively. The Safeguarding Officer will refer cases of suspected abuse to the DSL and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSLs) and will seek advice and guidance from the DSL/DDSLs in relation to concerns involving domestic violence, substance misuse, or any other identified safeguarding or welfare risks. All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy. Why work for us? A career at Inspire Education Trust offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We work hard to provide an environment which places staff wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda, as well as providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development. As such, we offer a portfolio of benefits designed to enhance and support the working lives of our staff. These include, but are not limited to: A highly supportive and committed senior leadership team Employee Assistance Programme which offers 24/7 confidential advice and support on a range of matters and free access to accredited counsellors A focus on staff wellbeing including a network of wellbeing champions and a supportive working environment Opportunity to join a committed and forward-thinking team of staff Employee Benefits platform providing staff access to a range of benefits such as shopping discounts How to apply: All applications must be received electronically via our My New Term page: https://www.ietrust.org/vacancies/ If you have any queries about the post, please email Aggi Jozwiak - Administration Assistant on a.jozwiak@bluecoatschool.com Closing date: 9am Monday 22nd May 2026 Interview date: Week commencing Monday 1st June 2026 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and appointments will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks including enhanced