Safeguarding & Welfare Officer

Oldham College are seeking a committed Safeguarding & Welfare Officer to support the effective delivery of College services and priorities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role you will:

• Support the day-to-day delivery of safeguarding across the college, ensuring timely and appropriate responses to concerns

• Assess and manage safeguarding referrals, maintaining accurate records on CPOMS

• Act as a key point of contact for staff, promoting a strong safeguarding culture and providing guidance

• Case manage learners, delivering ongoing support and developing safety/action plans

• Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to coordinate effective support for vulnerable learners

• Deliver safeguarding training and briefings to staff, including inductions

• Represent the college at external meetings and contribute to multi-agency working

• Contribute to service improvement and the development of safeguarding processes and systems

• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience working in safeguarding or student welfare, including referrals, advocacy, and multi-agency liaison

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with young people, staff, and external stakeholders

• Ability to manage caseloads independently, including risk assessment, action planning, and accurate record-keeping

• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and relevant protocols, with a commitment to continuous professional development

• Confident using digital systems (e.g. databases, Microsoft/Google tools) to maintain clear and compliant records