SAFEGUARDING AND ALTERNATIVE PROVISION COORDINATOR
Salary
NJC Scale 5, Points 12 to 17 (£28,598 to £31,022 per annum FTE). Actual salary £24,528.28 per annum on point 12 (pay award pending).
Contract
Permanent. 37 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 08.00 to 16.00 and Friday 08.00 to 15.30. 52 weeks a year
Start date
As soon as possible
Place of work
Comberton Village College, Comberton, Cambridgeshire
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people, particularly those who face the greatest barriers to success? We are seeking an organised, compassionate and highly effective Safeguarding and Alternative Provision Coordinator to join our dedicated safeguarding and inclusion team at Comberton Village College.
This is a rewarding opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting some of our most vulnerable pupils, helping to ensure they are safe, well supported and able to access high-quality education that meets their individual needs.
Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, pastoral leaders and external agencies, you will coordinate safeguarding processes, maintain accurate records and oversee alternative provision arrangements for students requiring additional support. Your work will help ensure that no child falls through the gaps and that every young person has the opportunity to thrive.
Why join Comberton Village College?
- A chance to make a real difference: Play a central role in improving outcomes, attendance, wellbeing and life chances for some of our most vulnerable pupils.
- Exceptional standards and outcomes: Join a school judged Outstanding in all categories by Ofsted in November 2024, where high expectations and strong outcomes are the norm.
- Engaged and respectful students: Our students embody our ethos of being Caring, Confident and Capable, creating a positive environment in which to work.
- A supportive and collaborative culture: Work alongside experienced safeguarding, pastoral and educational professionals who share a commitment to ensuring every child succeeds.
- Professional development opportunities: Benefit from working within a highly successful school with Teaching School status and a strong commitment to staff development and career progression.
- Staff wellbeing matters: We prioritise staff wellbeing, professional growth and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- An outstanding location: Enjoy working in a pleasant rural setting just five miles from the centre of Cambridge.
Comberton Village College is a highly successful 11-18 comprehensive school of approximately 2,000 students, including a thriving sixth form. Our staff are ambitious for young people, committed to inclusion and proud of the transformative impact that education can have on students' lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school where safeguarding, pastoral care and student success are at the heart of everything we do.
For further details on our school please visit our website Welcome - Comberton Village College
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Safeguarding and Alternative Provision Coordinator in Cambridge employer: COMBERTON VILLAGE COLLEGE
Comberton Village College is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, perfect for those passionate about education and student development. With a commitment to professional growth, staff are encouraged to participate in training and development opportunities, ensuring they can make a meaningful impact on students' lives. Located in the picturesque Cambridgeshire countryside, the college offers a vibrant community atmosphere where collaboration and innovation thrive.
