Campus Safeguarding Lead Trowbridge

Campus Safeguarding Lead

Wiltshire College & University Centre Trowbridge Campus

Do you have experience leading safeguarding practices and supporting vulnerable young people or adults Are you passionate about creating safe inclusive environments where students can learn grow and thrive

If youre looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real difference influence safeguarding culture and work within a supportive educational setting this could be the ideal next step in your career.

We are seeking a committed and experienced Campus Safeguarding Lead to play a key role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our students across all provision including 1619 adult learners apprentices and HE students.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre as a Campus Safeguarding Lead and play a pivotal role in promoting student safety wellbeing and protection across the campus.

What We Offer

Salary: 32414 per year

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week 52 weeks per year

Outstanding Benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme a secure and valuable pension for your future
Generous Holiday Entitlement 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid bank holidays
College closure and wellbeing days including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential wellbeing legal and financial support
Free On-Site Gyms available across multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts savings on retail technology travel and leisure
Cycle-to-Work Scheme stay active while saving money
Professional Development access to safeguarding training CPD and career progression
Additional Perks discounted meals hair & beauty services and reduced attraction entry

A stable purpose-driven leadership role with benefits that support both your wellbeing and your future.

What Youll Do

• Take the lead on all safeguarding matters on campus ensuring timely and appropriate action
• Provide expert advice guidance and support to staff on safeguarding concerns
• Manage and support campus-based safeguarding teams
• Work closely with curriculum teams to identify and support vulnerable students
• Make referrals to external agencies including social care police and Prevent and attend multi-agency meetings
• Maintain accurate and secure safeguarding records and contribute to reporting and quality assurance
• Promote a strong safeguarding culture ensuring students feel safe heard and supported
• Deputise for the Senior Safeguarding Lead as required

What Youll Bring

• Recent relevant safeguarding experience with a strong understanding of safeguarding for both young people and adults
• Experience of managing staff and working in an education or similar setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and multi-agency working
• Confidence in managing complex and sensitive situations with sound professional judgement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and support others
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload

You will also demonstrate:

• A student-centred trauma-informed approach
• The ability to work calmly under pressure and maintain professional boundaries
• A commitment to equality diversity and creating a safe learning environment

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above
• Advanced safeguarding training (or willingness to obtain)

Why Choose This Path
Make a lasting impact on students safety and wellbeing while enjoying:

A leadership role with real influence and purpose
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Ongoing professional development in safeguarding and leadership
The opportunity to shape a strong safeguarding culture

A rewarding role where protection care and leadership truly matter.

Make a move that truly matters
If youre ready to lead safeguarding practice protect students and be part of an organisation that puts safety and wellbeing first wed love to hear from you.

Closing Date:Thursday 14th May 2026

Please note:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks including checks against the childrens barred list and other employment verifications including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity recognising the valuable perspectives ideas knowledge and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

INDAD

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6 and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge Chippenham Salisbury and Lackham which specialises in land-based education.

We offer a wide array of apprenticeships along with full-time part-time and university-level courses. Notably our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UKs first trackside motorsport engineering training centre dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.