Safeguarding Caseworker
Safeguarding Caseworker
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Job Description
Are you passionate about student welfare and safeguarding Do you have the experience and confidence to support young people and vulnerable adults in a further and higher education setting DN Colleges Group is seeking a dedicatedSafeguarding Caseworkerto join our Safeguarding and Counselling team. This is a vital role where youll make a real difference to the lives of students and apprentices across our campuses.
About the Role
As a Safeguarding Caseworker youll be the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns providing expert advice support and referrals. Youll work closely with internal teams and external agencies to ensure students and apprentices are protected and supported in line with legislation and best practice.
Essential Criteria
Were looking for someone who can bring the following to the role:
- A degree-level qualification or equivalent experience relevant to safeguarding
- Experience working in an educational or similar setting supporting young people or vulnerable adults
- Strong understanding of safeguarding child protection and Prevent legislation
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work sensitively and professionally
- Confidence in managing referrals and working with external agencies
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safeguarding Prevent and child protection support to students and apprentices
- Act as a central contact for safeguarding concerns and manage referrals to external services
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with legislation and college policy
- Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings including Early Help and Child Protection conferences
- Deliver CPD and training sessions on safeguarding and Prevent
- Work collaboratively with local safeguarding partnerships and internal teams
- Promote a safe inclusive and supportive learning environment
- Stay up to date with safeguarding developments and undertake relevant training
Why Join Us
At DN Colleges Group we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where every student can thrive. Youll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration continuous improvement and professional development. Flexible working arrangements and generous holiday entitlement are available.
Ready to make a difference Apply now and help us ensure every student feels safe supported and empowered to succeed. For more information regarding this role contact us at
Closing Date: 12th August
As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally before commencing employment all employees undergo safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable tosponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
About us
North Lindsey College has been a key training provider in Scunthorpe for over 60 years helping thousands of people throughout the years to go on to achieve their dreams.
We offer post-16 study programmes apprenticeships traineeships part-time short courses and Higher Education programmes.
Across all of our provision we work closely with employers across every sector in this region and further afield to help you gain the skills you need to progress into your chosen career.
The benefits
All employees at DN Colleges Group enjoy a generous annual leave allowance as well as an additional 2 weeks closure over the Christmas period. We encourage all our teams to take regular breaks no longer than 3 weeks to enjoy a healthy work life balance.
DN Colleges Group are committed to Health and Wellbeing of all our employees. We have an increasing number of provisions exclusive to our employees designed to help you stay at your best or to assist and provide support when you need it.
- Vivup Employee Wellbeing and Benefits platform
- Wellness initiatives onsite during your working week. This could include healthvisitors financial advisers or physio specialists.
- Onsite fitness classes at lunchtime or after work in conjunction with our Sports colleagues.
- Cycle to Work and Electric car scheme
- Free Eye Care Vouchers
- Discounted Hair and Beauty services
- On site nursery
- Online access to Remploy which is our 24/7 confidential mental health and counselling resource.
- In house counselling/safeguarding specialists to assist in Wellbeing
Lets Teach Programme
Lets Teach The LETs teach programme supports new members of teaching staff in terms of college systems and key teaching and learning areas including new staff lesson visits and postcard peeps. Each new member of staff has an allocated Lead Practitioner who works closely with them throughout the programme.
Lets Bloom
The LETs Bloom Programme aims to connect our experienced and qualified teachers to share best practice and support continued risk-taking as we continue to add depth to our teaching craft. Teachers volunteer on this one year programme working closely with the Learning Enhancement Team capturing their experimentation in a journal.
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