Designated Safeguarding Officer (Maternity Cover)

Designated Safeguarding Officer (Maternity Cover) Application Deadline: 6 January 2026 Department: Student Services Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: Southgate Campus Compensation: £37,875 - £39,965 / year Description Please note this is Maternity Cover until February 2027. Student Services are looking for one enthusiastic and experienced Safeguarding Officer with experience of supporting students with safeguarding concerns. Trained as a DSO, the applicant will be joining a successful & high achieving team. The successful applicant will be working across all campuses to support students with their safeguarding concerns although the main base will be Southgate You will need to understand the safeguarding and prevent agenda within the remit of the role, have experience in working with a caseload of students as well as providing support and training to staff who work in the college. Evidence of excellent partnership working is required in order to fully support the students. Good IT skills are also essential as well as 5-9 in English & Maths (or equivalent) You will be working as part of a cross college safeguarding team. Although, the post holder could be asked to work at any of the college campuses in Barnet, Enfield, although the majority of the work will be based at Wood Street. Key Responsibilities Please refer to the attached JD Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Please refer to the attached JD Benefits Read our Employee Pledge here! The College offers employees a generous holiday allowance of 31 days annual leave for our support staff plus bank holidays. Pro Rata'd for part time employees. We also offer an attractive package of optional benefits for employees to take advantage of - please see below a list of our current staff benefits available at the College. Annual Season Ticket Loans An annual season ticket can save employees around two months in travel cost per year, costing the equivalent of 10 months for 12 month's travel. Cycle to Work Scheme The scheme is an incentive for staff, offering tax free bikes through independent bike shops and is run by Cyclescheme Ltd. You can get a tax-free bike, which for most people means they save around 32% of the cost for a new bike! Employee Support Helpline The Employee Assistance Helpline can be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are able to lend a sympathetic ear, offer practical and professional advice on a wide range of work related, personal or family problems. Eye Tests for DSE Users The College will refund the cost of regular eye tests for staff that use Display Screen Equipment regularly as part of their duties. Flu vouchers We offer established staff a free flu vaccination voucher to take to a large range of local high street pharmacies. Gym Facilities Our Sports Centre at Southgate Campus is available for all staff with cardio, strength and conditioning equipment. These facilities are available Monday to Friday including access to the sports hall subject to availability. Hair Salon Services and Beauty Treatments A range of competitively-priced hairdressing services are accessible at our Colindale Campus. Regularly providing special staff offers which is convenient during lunch hours or after work. High Street Discounts and Inspired Rewards Inspired Rewards is the shopping benefits website for staff which gives access to fantastic savings on leading retail brands, plus lots of great special offers! We also have staff discount available with local high street stores within walking distance of our three main campuses.