Job Description

Location: Northbrook and Worthing Colleges, part of the Chichester College Group


Salary: Pro rata of 42,913 - 46,898 per annum (i.e. 21,456.50 - 23,449)


Work Pattern: 18.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year: (

Wednesday afternoons, all day Thursdays and Fridays)

Are you experienced and knowledgeable in safeguarding and looking for the next step in your career in a part time role?

Chichester College Group is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager.


As the Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our learners. You will be responsible for overseeing the operational delivery of safeguarding initiatives, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, and providing high-quality support services to our students.


At Chichester College Group, we are committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for our students. If you are passionate about safeguarding, possess the necessary skills and experience, and want to make a positive impact on the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


You must have experience as a Designated Safeguarding Officer or equivalent as well as management experience in Further Education. You will have an in-depth knowledge of safeguarding and Prevent legislation along with an understanding of all support practices within Further Education.


You must be educated to GCSE, grade C/4 or above specifically in English and Maths and level 4, or equivalent experience, in safeguarding.

Our Staff Benefits:

We have a fantastic range of staff benefits, highly competitive against what is offered by the private sector and other organisations, including:

Local Government Pension Scheme

- the Group contributes

20.4%

of your actual pensionable pay.

30 days annual leave

, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.

Discount schemes

- including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).

Family friendly policies

- including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).

Continuous professional development opportunities

- including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.

And much more

- check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience.

Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.


At Northbrook, we're committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. Our college is a hub of creativity, innovation, and academic excellence, dedicated to preparing students for success in their future endeavours'.


Set in a fantastic 18-acre parkland campus, Worthing College provides a friendly and supportive environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

Closing date: 23 June 2025

Interview date: 14 July 2025

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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.


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The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.


As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.


We are an equal opportunities employer.