Child Protection and Safeguarding Manager

About us

Plumstead Manor is a thriving and rapidly improved school judged Good by Ofsted. We are dedicated to providing a world-class education to the young people and families of Royal Greenwich, and hold a strong commitment to promoting excellence, justice and success for all our young people. 

About the role

We are looking to appoint a Child Protection and Safeguarding Manager to cover a period of Maternity leave.  You will support the Leadership team to provide a safe environment in which students can develop and learn.   You will manage safeguarding and child protection issues throughout the school, maintaining accurate, confidential and up to date documentation.   You will take on the role of Designated Child Protection Coordinator and carry out duties as the School’s ‘lead professional’ in cases where the school initiates a Safeguarding CAF.   The role also includes overseeing the care of Looked After Children and Young carers and  maintaining a  register of students who are ‘At Risk’. 

 We are looking for:

• Knowledge of best practice in pastoral care and safeguarding.
• Knowledge of current educational issues.
• Experience of working with vulnerable children/young people in an education, social work or youth setting.  
• Experience of working with young people who are distressed or displaying antisocial behaviour.
• At least 5 years' successful experience in an administrative role.
• Qualification at degree level or equivalent.
• Good skills in information management and IT. 

This is a full-time post, working 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. 

What we can offer you

• Excellent professional development and support.
• Staff Association
• Use of a fitness gymnasium 
• Good location close to green spaces and easy access to Central London. 

To apply online, please visit  www.plumsteadmanor.com Alternatively, contact the HR Team on 020 3260 3123 or email: jobs@plumsteadmanor.com quoting ref: 855/CPMMAT. 

Closing date: Noon on Thursday 2nd December 2021  

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.