Safeguarding and Wellbeing Officer - Coventry, United Kingdom - Midland Group Training Services Ltd

Midland Group Training Services Ltd

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Coventry, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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MIDLAND GROUP TRAINING SERVICES IS LOOKING TO RECRUIT A

SAFEGUARDING AND WELLBEING OFFICER

BASED AT MGTS, 3 DAYS COVENTRY & 2 DAYS REDDITCH

MGTS is an innovative and resourceful leader in the provision of workforce development solutions through education, training and assessment providing apprentice training as well as a full range of commercial courses.

MGTS is continually developing and expanding its portfolio of education, training and assessment solutions.

We are looking to recruit a safeguarding and wellbeing officer to ensure we provide a high level of support to our apprentices.

The apprenticeship journey that our apprentices undertake requires the compliance of safeguarding policies and procedures, meeting the welfare needs of our apprentices but also implementing a personal development curriculum to ensure every apprentice has the opportunity to develop and grow personally.

This is an opportunity to develop your career in a highly rewarding occupation.

The following skills and knowledge would be advantageous:

Experience and knowledge of the Safeguarding requirements in an Education setting
An understanding of the requirements of Prevent, British Values and Equality & Diversity in an Education setting
Experience of delivering training packages
Knowledge/Awareness of mental health first aid

Role requirements:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
An organised and calm under pressure approach to work
Selfstarter who is proactive and can work on own initiative
Well organised and committed to meeting deadlines
Ability to write, develop and deliver training packages
Driving licence

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) by supporting the DSL in the coordination of referrals, arranging action and follow up and reviewing services, intervention and support for MGTS apprentices.
Support the DSL in the implementation of safeguarding and child protection policies and provide support and training to staff, apprentices and apprenticeship employers.
Assist in coordinating the safeguarding team of Designated Safeguarding Officers (DSO) and manage the monthly team meetings.
Keep accurate safeguarding records and monitor student progress on the learner profile system.
Assist in coordinating the implementation of the Personal Skills Development Award (PSDA) at MGTS
Implement and support the apprentice learner wellbeing committee providing a learnerled approach to apprentice wellbeing.
Understand and support MGTS with regard to the Prevent Duty, providing advice and support to staff and training to apprentices.
Liaise with the the delivery teams at MGTS in regards to apprentice learner support, identifying where support is required and working collaboratively to find solutions.
Liaise and share information with key colleagues to support the Apprentice to attend MGTS and overcome barriers to learning.

Salary and Benefits:

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday - 36 hours

How to apply:

MGTS has a long-standing and strong commitment to equal opportunities for all.

We are only able to employ people who have the legal right to work in the UK.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£30,000.00-£34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Life insurance
Onsite parking
Private dental insurance
Private medical insurance
Sick pay

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

COVENTRY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Are you willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check?
Can you travel to and work from our Coventry site 3 days per week and 2 days per week at our Redditch site?.

Licence/Certification: