Safeguarding Officer

We are seeking to appoint a Safeguarding Officer to join the College. This role is offered on a full-time (36.25 hours per week), all-year-round, permanent basis, and is paid on Points 19 - 23 of the Support Staff Salary Spine (currently £36,564 - £41,019 per annum). This role is part of the wider Pastoral Team. The Pastoral Team is led by the Assistant Principal (Students), who oversees the student pastoral provision. The Team also includes a number Progress Tutors, the Learning Support team, Careers team and Counsellors as well as the contribution from the wider curriculum and support staff and appropriate external agencies.Pastoral care is a major priority for us and our aim is to provide a safe and secure environment for students to study and thrive. There are robust systems in place to monitor student attendance, punctuality and general progress. There is a team of experienced staff who can support students experiencing difficulties either in their studies or personal life. The College has an in-house confidential counselling service available as well as links to a number of external agencies that can offer help and guidance.The College is seeking to appoint a professional, enthusiastic and hardworking individual to oversee support provided to students on a day-to-day basis, where a safeguarding or welfare concern is identified. Further information about the specific duties of the role are provided in the Job Description below. For full details in relation to the College and the role, please see Applicant Information Pack attached. If you feel you meet the requirements of the post and are inspired by the prospect of taking up this important role at Holy Cross, so crucial for the College in so many ways, we hope you will apply to join us. Completed applications should be returned to the Human Resources Department (by email only) - hr@holycross.ac.uk. Closing Date: 8.00am 17th August 2026 Interview Date: 3rd September 2026 Holy Cross College is committed to safeg