🌟 Job Opportunity: Deputy Safeguarding Lead with the responsibility of Lead Pastoral Officer 🌟
37 hours a week, term time only
Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for safeguarding and student wellbeing? St Mary’s CE Middle School is seeking a Deputy Safeguarding Lead & Pastoral Officer to join our caring and committed team. This is a vital role supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of pupils aged 9–13 while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding are upheld across the school.
We are also open to applications from current Designated Safeguarding Leads, who may be interested in taking role of Designated Safeguarding Lead with the role of Pastoral Officer within our school (an increase in pay will reflect this responsibility).
About Us
St Mary’s is a thriving and inclusive Middle School where every child is known, valued, and supported. We are proud of our strong pastoral ethos and our unwavering commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students.
The Role
This is a dual role combining the responsibilities of a Deputy Safeguarding Lead and Pastoral Officer, working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, students, parents, and external agencies.
As Deputy Safeguarding Lead, you will:
- Triage and task concerns to the appropriate member of staff.
- Manage concerns, referrals, and child protection casework, maintaining accurate and secure records for any child on a safeguarding plan.
- Manage administration of the My Concern reporting system.
- Ensure compliance with all safeguarding legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education and Working Together to Keep Children Safe.
- To provide support, advice, and guidance to other staff, including new staff, on child welfare, safeguarding and child protection matters.
- To manage internal and external referrals.
- To be responsible for liaising with local statutory children’s services and agencies and attend multi-agency meetings, where appropriate.
As Pastoral Officer, you will:
- Support the wellbeing and behaviour of students through proactive pastoral care.
- Work with students individually and in groups to address barriers to learning (e.g. attendance, emotional health, SEN).
- Promote positive behaviour, student engagement, and social-emotional development.
- Support and lead on attendance strategies, behaviour interventions, learning interventions and restorative practices.
- Act as a trusted point of contact for pupils and families needing support.
- Actively, assist in the running of the school day.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in a safeguarding and/or pastoral role within a school or similar setting.
- Holds up-to-date safeguarding training (ideally, Level 3 or equivalent, however training can be provided).
- Has a strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and pastoral care practices.
- Can build strong, respectful relationships with young people and families.
- Is empathetic, resilient, and calm under pressure.
- Has excellent communication and record-keeping skills.
- Can work independently and as part of a team, using sound judgement and discretion.
What We Offer
- A supportive, inclusive school culture with a strong pastoral ethos.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
- A chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of young people.
- A friendly and dedicated staff team.
- Access to an employee wellbeing programme.
- On site parking.
Interviews: to commence on 23.09.25 – please keep this date clear
We reserve the right to interview before the closing date for suitable applicants