Safeguarding and Welfare Officer

Job Role: Safeguarding and Welfare OfficerLocation: NewhamEmployment Basis: Temporary, Full-Time/Part-TimeHourly Pay: £35We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Safeguarding and Welfare Officer to join our team in Newham. This is an essential role that focuses on ensuring the safety, well-being, and welfare of our students. As the Safeguarding and Welfare Officer, you will provide support, guidance, and intervention to safeguard students and promote a positive and secure learning environment.

• Safeguarding: Monitor and address any safeguarding concerns involving students, ensuring that all cases are managed appropriately in line with safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Student Welfare: Provide a point of contact for students experiencing welfare issues, offering guidance, support, and signposting to relevant services when necessary.
• Case Management: Work closely with students, staff, and external agencies to manage safeguarding and welfare cases, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up action.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct welfare and safeguarding assessments for students in need of support, identifying risks and implementing strategies to mitigate potential harm.
• Training & Awareness: Deliver training and workshops to staff and students on safeguarding procedures, raising awareness of signs of abuse, neglect, and mental health concerns.
• Collaboration: Liaise with external agencies such as social services, healthcare providers, and law enforcement to ensure that students receive the support they need.
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed and confidential records of all safeguarding and welfare concerns, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

• A relevant qualification in safeguarding, social work, youth work, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a safeguarding or welfare role, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures, including statutory requirements and local safeguarding protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work sensitively with students, staff, and external agencies.
• A compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting students in challenging situations.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and maintain detailed, confidential records.

• Experience working with vulnerable students, including those with mental health issues or learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices in safeguarding and welfare.
• Ability to manage challenging situations and de-escalate conflicts effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess and respond to student needs promptly.
• A proactive and student-centered approach, with a commitment to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.