Safeguarding Officer
£27,455
Full Time/Permanent
Sunderland
Are you passionate about protecting and supporting children? Do you have experience working in safeguarding, welfare, or attendance within a school setting? Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every single day? We’re supporting a local primary school to recruit a dedicated and skilled Safeguarding and Attendance Officer to join their team on a permanent, term-time basis (37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year). This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children across the school and nursery. The Role As the school’s Safeguarding Officer, you will work as part of the Safeguarding and Attendance Team, acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and promoting the highest standards of pupil welfare. You’ll coordinate safeguarding procedures, improve attendance, and support children and families through early intervention and pastoral care. Key responsibilities include: Acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), ensuring effective safeguarding practice Monitoring and improving pupil attendance and punctuality Conducting home visits and liaising with parents and carers Maintaining accurate safeguarding and welfare records using CPOMS Supporting cared-for children and managing PEP targets Coordinating with external agencies and local authorities Delivering assemblies and workshops to promote wellbeing, safety, and attendance Providing guidance to staff to ensure safeguarding policies are followed consistently About You You’ll be a compassionate and confident professional with the ability to handle sensitive situations and build strong relationships with children and families. You will have:…



































