Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer

Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer (Band 10) Spinal Column Points 23 - 26, £31,515.99 - £34,120.92 per annum, 37 hours per week, term time only, plus 10 Days (200 days per year). This is a permanent post. Applications are also welcomed from candidates who would wish to work on a part-time basis.

The school wishes to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer.

This position would be to commence as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will work together with the senior school leaders to support and work with children and their families, including those who are most vulnerable. These responsibilities will include safeguarding/child protection, attendance and building engagement with families within the local community.

The successful candidate will assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead and Headteacher in taking a lead on safeguarding and child protection across the school (acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead), coordinating referrals, arranging action and reviewing provision for children and families.

Candidates should be suitably qualified and have experience of safeguarding / child protection issues and procedures. They will also have experience of working together with multi agencies to support the needs of the individual or group of young people and be able to meet the criteria detailed on the person specification.

Candidates must only apply using the application form provided; CV’s will not be accepted.

For an informal discussion about this position please contact Charlotte Haylock, Headteacher on 01642 244961 or via email, aycharlotte.haylock@ayresome.adastraschools.org

Ayresome Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020)

Requesting an application form

Application forms and further details are available via the Ad Astra website site:

• Careers - Ad Astra Academy Trust | Ad Astra Academy Trust
• Completed application forms to be emailed to recruitment@adastraacademytrust.com
• Closing date for receipt of applications is 9am, Monday 21st September 2026
• Interviews will be held on Monday 28th September