Job Reference: ATR110909
Application deadline: 29/11/2026
Salary: £31,507.00 - £33,509.00
Job Description
Job Title:
Safeguarding Practitioner
Salary:
£31,507 - £33,509
Location:
Brunel House
Hours and Weeks per Year:
37 hours / 40 weeks
At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.
Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.
We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!
In the role of Safeguarding Practitioner, you’ll work across our centres and your focus will be on ensuringthatalllearnersandstaffareappropriatelysafeguarded
Your key responsibilities will be promotingaculture ofsafeguarding,ensuring thatrisks are identified and managed. You will act as a central point of contact with statutory and voluntary agencies, and to provide a professionalconfidential and non-judgmental service to all students and staff.
Ideally, you’ll have a qualification in Safeguarding and/or youth work, formal qualification in the area of mental health and/or trauma informed practice (or be able to prove equivalent ability) and demonstrable experience of working with young people in an educational setting. It’s important that you are an excellent communicator and can work collaboratively with others to improve practice as well as demonstrate our college values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.
Term time only staff who start mid Academic year will have their initial salary payments calculated based on actual weeks worked and the number of pay dates between the beginning of employment and the end of the current academic year.
Closing Date : 29 th November 2026
(We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)
Vacancy Documents
Document Title File 2026 - Safeguarding Practitioner - JD.pdf 2026 - Safeguarding Practitioner - JD.pdf Kirklees College Application Form.docx Kirklees College Application Form.docx
Safeguarding Practitioner employer: Kirklees Council
Kirklees Directorate Adults & Health is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and personal growth for Social Workers. Located in Dewsbury, the Hospital Team provides a dynamic environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults and carers, while enjoying competitive pay enhancements for weekend work and a commitment to equality and inclusivity.
