Safeguarding Manager

We are seeking a Safeguarding Manager to join The Arnewood School part of Bourne Education Trust.

Bourne Education Trust (‘BET’) is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty four schools (plus eight further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases.

BET's strapline 'Transforming schools... changing lives' reflects our shared belief that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are committed to developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform – reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Details

Position: Safeguarding Manager

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: Support Staff Band E (National- Hampshire) - £28,712 - £31,473 (£33,178 - £36,369 FTE)

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

• To provide appropriate induction and annual update safeguarding training for all staff and to work with SLT to ensure all staff complete statutory training in time frames set.
• To have a sound knowledge of, and to respond in accordance with statutory Safeguarding Children Procedures

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Experience ensuring all safeguarding policies and procedures fully meet the latest national guidelines and are published as required; ensure staff are all fully trained and aware of their responsibilities

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.