Education Safeguarding Liaison Officer

Connected Local Government; North East; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in the North East of England is seeking a well-organized individual for a role in the multi-agency safeguarding hub (MASH). Key duties include providing crucial information for safeguarding assessments, supporting at-risk children, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Candidates should have substantial experience in education or social care and possess strong analytical and communication skills. A competitive rewards package is offered, including generous leave and pension benefits.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Annual leave entitlement of 27 days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Substantial experience of working in education or social care assessing risk and vulnerability.
• Ability to assess, analyse, and collate complex information.
• Experience working within statutory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital education information for multi-agency safeguarding assessments.
• Support children at risk of becoming missing from education.
• Ensure enquiries and assessments are completed within statutory timeframes.

Skills

Assessing safeguarding risk

Multi-agency working

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified to level 3/4 in a relevant subject area

Job description

A public service organization in the North East of England is seeking a well-organized individual for a role in the multi-agency safeguarding hub (MASH). Key duties include providing crucial information for safeguarding assessments, supporting at-risk children, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Candidates should have substantial experience in education or social care and possess strong analytical and communication skills. A competitive rewards package is offered, including generous leave and pension benefits.