The Manchester College has many Campus locations across Greater Manchester, each with its own specialist cutting-edge facilities within a friendly and supportive environment. We are the largest Further Education College in the UK providing education and training to a wide range of learners.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join our Student Support and Foundation Learning Department as Safeguarding Practitioner on permanent, full time (35 hours per week) basis.

As a Safeguarding Practitioner, you will be a member of the TMC Cross-College Safeguarding Team, providing effective and timely safeguarding support and interventions for student in need of safeguarding and protection.

You will work with the Safeguarding Lead to manage and respond to safeguarding alerts, disclosures and referrals. You will also be a point of contact for advice, guidance, and support for colleagues within the college.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in a relevant subject - Coaching / Mentoring /Teaching or Social/Youth Work.
• Hold Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience of providing safeguarding and/or welfare support to children, young people, or vulnerable adults.
• Experience of working or volunteering with Young People and / or Vulnerable Adults.

In return you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• 3 well-being days.
• Free Breakfast.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Simply Health scheme care vouchers.

The Manchester College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities, key result areas and Qualifications/Skills and Experience detailed within the role profile.

Salaries are based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

The closing date for this job advert is 19/09/2024. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

The LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process.