Safeguarding Officer

Secondary SchoolSafeguarding OfficerFull-timeStart: Sept 2026ongoing contractWandsworthA large, welcoming Secondary school in Wandsworth are looking for a Safeguarding Officer to join their school from September 26 to work with pupils across their secondary school.The Role In this role you will expected to engage with families to provide early intervention, support and guidance to increase engagement with the school and improve learning outcomes for pupils. You will also be expected to liaise with and undertake referrals to other agencies as appropriate, to investigate concerns raised by parents, pupils and teachers as agreed by SLT.The post holder will:Act as a first point of contact for safeguarding concerns raised by staff, students, or parents.Lead or contribute to safeguarding meetings, including preparing summaries, report, and follow up actions. This includes attending CIN meetings, TAF meetings and CP meetings.Establish and foster good relationships with families of children at the school, encouraging good home/school communication.Promote the self-esteem of parents/carers to help them to maximise their own personal and interpersonal skills, which will enable them to respond to family needs by communicating openly and providing good parentingShare information on practical childcare and parenting skills, including how to meet the emotional needs of children (e.g. sleep routines, managing behaviour, healthy eating).Work with Attendance Assistant and Assistant Principal ..... full job details .....