Chelmsford College
Safeguarding Officer (Term Time)
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Vacancy | Safeguarding Officer (Term Time)
Title
Safeguarding Officer (Term Time)
Hours
37 hours per week, 40 weeks per annum
Salary
From £26,749.69 to £27,650.65 per annum (actual salary)
Organisation
Chelmsford College
Closing Date
21/08/2026
Job Description
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Person Specification
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Description
We are seeking a professional, conscientious, and committed individual who wants to play a key role in supporting the safety, wellbeing, and success of our learners.
Working with the Designated Safeguarding Leads and within the Safeguarding Team, the successful applicant will promote the safeguarding and welfare of all learners ensuring that safeguarding concerns are identified and responded to appropriately in line with college and statutory procedures.
The post holder will also contribute to staff training and development and support the delivery of key safeguarding and wellbeing topics within the Life Skills and Enrichment Curriculum.
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Experience of supporting young people or vulnerable individuals, including providing advice, guidance, and appropriate referrals, is essential, together with excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop or further their career in safeguarding within a supportive and experienced team.
The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills, and experience.
If you have any further questions, please e-mail employment@chelmsford.ac.uk.
Applications
Applications will be considered upon receipt.
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 21st August 2026.
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If you would like to apply for employment within the Chelmsford College Group, please complete the online application form.
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PLEASE NOTE You may wish to download the example forms, and explanatory notes, using the link below in order to prepare the information you will be asked to submit. The online application process has to be completed in one go and without undue delay. In particular, you are advised to prepare your Supporting Statement of up to 4000 characters in another application before you start.
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If you require help making your application please contact the Human Resource Department on 01245 293018 or email employment@chelmsford.ac.uk.
Contact
Please use the below contact details if you would like to contact us directly about employment opportunities.
Human Resource Department
Chelmsford College
Moulsham Street Campus
Chelmsford
CM2 0JQ
Tel: 01245 293018
Tel: 01245 490486 (24 hour answer phone)
Fax: 01245 266908
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