Safeguarding Manager - 35

Connell Co-Op College, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M11 3BS

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  7 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Actual Salary: £38,692 - £42,740

Safeguarding Manager - 35 job summary

Contract: Permanent, Term time plus 20 days

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: NJC grade 8 £41,771 - £46,141 pro rata

Actual Salary: £38,692 - £42,740

Start date: ASAP 

Application closing date: 9am, Monday 7th September 2026

The role 

We wish to appoint a reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking Safeguarding Manager to join our Safeguarding and Pastoral team. We’re looking for an excellent communicator with a can-do attitude and initiative. A background in Social Work would be an advantage.

You’ll be part of a dedicated team, making a real difference to our students’ lives, and supporting staff to succeed in their roles. Every day will be different. You’ll be valued and recognised as an essential part of our team helping college life to function smoothly. 

We welcome applications from a wide range of previous work experiences, including new graduates. 

At least 2 years working in an education setting, excellent written and oral communication skills and commitment to our shared values are essential. 

Employee benefits

Excellent career and professional development opportunities 

Free membership of East Manchester Leisure Centre across the road from college (gym and pool - no restrictions on hours) 

Local government pension scheme and recognised continuous service;

Co-operative flexible benefits, including Cycle Scheme and Co-op discount

Season ticket and rental deposit loans

Free flu vaccine and eye tests 

An Employee Assistance programme for colleagues and members of their household

Co-operative Credit Union

About Connell

Connell staff have the rare opportunity to be a catalyst for social change by transforming the lives of the young people in the communities that we serve. We are a small sixth form college which means our staff get to know our students and how best to support and teach them. We are an inclusive community. We work in a modern building and embrace the latest technology. 

We provide a college experience that makes a significant impact on every student; ensuring they enjoy learning, excel in their chosen subjects and exceed prior expectations to reach their goals. If you share our belief that poverty and deprivation should never limit the quality of a young person’s educational experience or their levels of achievement, then we would love to hear from you.

Connell is an inclusive and diverse community and we welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Any questions, please contact us via email: hr@connell.ac.uk

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Connell Co-Op College

• Organisation type: Free School, ages 16 to 19
• Education phase: Sixth form or FE college
• Size: 918 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 16 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Connell Co-Op College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/connell-co-op-college

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