Child Protection Officer

Canon Slade School, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 3BP

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  6 July 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  24 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £26,564.18 - £29,485.88

Child Protection Officer job summary

CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER 

GRADE F SCP 17-23 (£31,022 - £34,434)

ACTUAL SALARY £26,564.18 - £29,485.88

37 HOURS PER WEEK

TERM TIME PLUS 5 DAYS

PERMENENT CONTRACT

REQUIRED ASAP

We are a very popular and successful Church of England Academy of 1,760 students (335 in the Sixth Form). Our students progress onto world-class universities and institutions to further study or gain apprenticeships and employment. Our aim is to fulfil individual potential and prepare pupils for life in a rapidly changing world by providing an excellent education within a Christian environment.

Canon Slade School is a member of the Bishop Fraser Trust, a C of E multi academy trust established in 2017. This is an exciting time to join us as it provides a great opportunity to work closely with the other three High Schools in the MAT - St James’s C of E High School, Bolton St Catherine’s Academy and Bury C of E High School: sharing good practice and building on our ongoing progress.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO:

·        Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

·        Has experience of working with children, young people, and families in a safeguarding or child protection environment

·        Demonstrated a sound understanding of child protection legislation, policies, and procedures

·        Can identify, assess and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and risks

·        Builds positive and effective relationships with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies

·        Possesses excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills

·        Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records and reports

·        Is able to manage a varied workload, prioritise effectively, and work under pressure

·        Demonstrate resilience, professionalism and sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and complex situations

·        Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team while also being able to work independently

·        Values diversity, inclusion, and equality, and is committed to supporting the needs of all children and families

·        Is proactive in their professional development and committed to maintaining up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and practice.  

 

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE:

Primary purpose of the job is to work under the direction of the school Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): 

·        To act as first point of contact and co-ordinate the response to Child Protection Issues

·        To access support for children and families who are deemed to be vulnerable

To manage a case load of our most vulnerable children and families and monitor and evaluate the impact of support

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

·        Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject-specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.

·        Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a ‘touchbase’ informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager

·        Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.

·        Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.

·        Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year-round support staff. This increases to 28 days after 5 years

·        A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.

·        24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

·        Benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.

·        Fantastic facilities.

·        A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

For more information visit our website www.canon-slade.bolton.sch.uk or contact our Business Operations Team on 01204 333343 or by emailing HR@canonslade.tbft.sch.uk

To apply please complete the application form via Face-Ed using the link

Child Protection Officer | SAMpeople Recruit

Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 6th July 2026 @ 9.00am

INTERVIEWS: TBC

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Canon Slade School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1747 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Canon Slade School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/canon-slade-cofe-school

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