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Operational Safeguarding Lead

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4RX

This job expired on 25 January 2026 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  25 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  13 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 7 scp 25 – 29 Actual Salary £31,554.49 - £34,590.79 (£36,363- £39,862 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

St. Cuthbert's RC High School is currently seeking an Operational Safeguarding Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

The successful candidate will assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in all matters of safeguarding and child protection, including online safety. You will act as a first point of contact for staff raising safeguarding concerns, support pupils and families in need, and contribute to creating a safe and welcoming learning environment. This role involves working closely with staff, parents, external agencies, and the governing board to ensure the highest standards of child welfare are maintained. Daily tasks include managing referrals, attending child protection meetings, maintaining accurate records, and supporting educational outcomes for vulnerable pupils.

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Significant experience working effectively with vulnerable pupils and their families.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies, child protection procedures, and inter-agency working.
• The ability to contribute to or lead Early Help Assessments and child protection cases.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with a professional and proactive approach.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to attend meetings outside normal hours where required.
• Relevant qualifications in safeguarding and child protection, with a willingness to undertake further training.
• Desirable: First aid certification and a current driving licence.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Additional documents

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Safeguarding Operational Lead (3).pdf - 239 KB (opens in new tab)

About St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1057 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@stoccat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-cuthbert-s-rc-high-school-rochdale

St Cuthbert’s is a comprehensive High School situated in Rochdale, welcoming students aged 11 -16 from a wide variety of partner primary feeder schools. We are part of the St Teresa of Calcutta Roman Catholic Academy Trust.

St Cuthbert's is a vibrant, diverse and innovative school. Our faith is our inspiration and we aspire for all members of our community to 'Be the best that we can be in everything that we do'.

Arranging a visit to St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

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