At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead safeguarding efforts to ensure student safety and support across the school.
- Company: Hadleigh High School, a vibrant and supportive educational community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a commitment to staff training.
- Other info: Join a 'Good' rated school with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in safeguarding and a passion for student welfare.
The predicted salary is between 20702 - 20702 £ per year.
Hadleigh High School is seeking to appoint a Safeguarding Officer to lead and coordinate the operational delivery of safeguarding and child protection across the school, ensuring that all students are safe, supported and able to achieve their full potential.
The Safeguarding Manager will work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSLs), pastoral teams, attendance staff and external agencies to provide high-quality safeguarding support, promote student welfare and ensure compliance with statutory safeguarding requirements. You will act as a DDSL and play a key role in developing a culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
This is not an exhaustive list and you will be expected to show flexibility and assist with other tasks of a similar nature. You will:
- support the DSL in implementing the school's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures
- act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, sharing responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the school
- receive, assess and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with statutory guidance, local safeguarding procedures and school policy
- ensure that safeguarding concerns are appropriately risk assessed, recorded and progressed
- support students who are subject to safeguarding plans or other safeguarding interventions
- contribute to the development, implementation and review of risk assessments and safeguarding plans for vulnerable students
- monitor safeguarding trends, identify emerging risks and contribute to preventative safeguarding strategies.
Hadleigh High School is a vibrant, student-focussed 11 – 16 secondary school rated “Good” by Ofsted in October 2024. We foster a strong community and have great pride in our students and their achievements. Our examination results continue to improve year on year, but we still have ambitious plans for the future.
Hadleigh High School is committed to providing excellent CPD opportunities and career progression for all staff. We prioritise staff training and development and believe that all members of staff should have a thorough induction and an ongoing programme of training and professional development.
We have an established reputation of nurturing high levels of attainment in our students alongside excellent pastoral support. We strive for high outcomes and also value high welfare, for both students and staff. Education should not be a choice between one or the other and we hold both in equal esteem.
As a comprehensive school, our curriculum breadth is incredibly important for us. We want all of our students to experience a wide range of subjects including maths, English, sciences, humanities and languages and proudly make a space for the performing and creative arts.
This an exciting time to join the school, shape the department and grow as a leader to ensure our students achieve. We have a disruption-free learning approach to behaviour; leaders are highly visible and supportive so that teachers can teach highly effective lessons.
You are invited to visit the school and meet the team. Please contact Suzy Ambler, PA to the Headteacher by calling 01473 823496 or by emailing sambler@hadleighhigh.net to make an appointment.
Please complete your application by visiting Penrose Learning Trust’s website. Closing date: 9am, 25 September 2026.
Penrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.
Safeguarding Officer in Hadleigh employer: Suffolk Jobs Direct
King Edward VI School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on students' lives. With opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package through Suffolk County Council, including a Local Government Pension Scheme, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing the educational experience. Located in the heart of Bury St Edmunds, the school provides convenient access to public transport and on-site parking, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about supporting young people.
