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 1ST SEPTEMBER 2026 To apply please complete the application form via Face-Ed using the link: https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignref=SCH-TBFT-0348 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