Are you an experienced safeguarding professional with the knowledge, judgement and resilience to manage complex safeguarding concerns and support the welfare of young people? As Senior Safeguarding Officer at New College Swindon, you will play a key role in managing safeguarding investigations, ensuring concerns are handled sensitively, accurately and in a timely manner. Working closely with the Head of Safeguarding and Wellbeing, you will help ensure students receive appropriate support, concerns are escalated effectively and safeguarding practice remains robust. This is a position requiring strong professional judgement, excellent communication skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure. You will liaise with students, colleagues and external agencies, maintain accurate records and contribute to the continuous improvement of safeguarding services across the College. What you''ll do Manage safeguarding investigations, gathering information, taking statements and recording outcomes accurately. Support the triage of safeguarding concerns, contributing to decisions on appropriate actions and escalation. Liaise with students, staff, families and external agencies, including Contact Swindon Children and Families, where required. Produce clear, detailed investigation reports and ensure relevant stakeholders receive appropriate updates. Ensure students involved in safeguarding investigations receive suitable welfare support and follow-up checks. Represent ..... full job details .....