Safeguarding Practitioner at Suffolk County Council

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

29541.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safeguarding, Risk Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Communication, IT Skills, Organizational Skills, Case Management, Collaboration, Student Welfare, Prevent Agenda

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* One Sixth Form College * Address: Scrivener Drive, Ipswich IP8 3SU * Salary: £27,255 - £29,541 per annum * Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year * Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible * Reference: 5156 One Sixth Form College are seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Practitioner with a strong understanding of the ability to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns with sensitivity and precision. This role is central to ensuring the safety and well-being of students and involves making timely and appropriate referrals to relevant services, including the police or social services. A deep awareness of contextual safeguarding is essential, as is the ability to assess risk in complex situations involving Children in Care, Young Adult Carers, or those with diagnosed or emerging mental health conditions. You will play a pivotal role in working closely with college staff to ensure these risks are understood, communicated, and effectively managed. Excellent communication, IT, and organisational skills are key. You will collaborate with tutors, parents, and senior leaders, coordinating internal and external resources to address safeguarding concerns, the PREVENT agenda, and wider student welfare matters such as housing and financial vulnerability. If you are passionate about safeguarding and supporting students, and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team. We offer a wide range of staff benefits including: * Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme * Family friendly policies and flexible working * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Employee wellbeing initiatives * Free parking * Canteen * Company events * Access to various memberships and discount schemes * Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days * Funded subject course development for your role * Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities * Career progression opportunities Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed. At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers. Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment. As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential. As a group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview. This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance. For more information Please read the Job Description (word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/F-Jun/5156-Safeguarding-Practitioner-One-JD.docx] Please contact our recruitment team by emailing: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk [recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk] How to apply To apply, please visit our website [https://ce0628li.webitrent.com/ce0628li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=1589656Bf9&WVID=72736027tL] If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Closing date: 25 June 2026. We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010. The group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure. All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.

Responsibilities

The role involves recognizing and responding to safeguarding concerns and making timely referrals to police or social services. It also requires coordinating with staff, parents, and senior leaders to manage risks for vulnerable students and address the PREVENT agenda.