Safeguarding Officer (Designated Safeguarding Lead) at Compass Primary Academy

Who We Are

At Compass Primary Academy, we’re more than just a school—we’re a vibrant, inclusive community where every child is known, nurtured, and inspired to thrive. As part of the Brooke Weston Trust, we benefit from a strong network of schools committed to transforming education and improving life chances for all. Set in the heart of Kettering, our innovative 3–11 academy is a place where curiosity is celebrated, creativity is encouraged, and every child is empowered to reach their full potential. We are proud of our strong culture of care, our strong values, and our unwavering focus on pupil wellbeing.

Why Join Us

At Compass, you’ll find:

· A warm, welcoming, and inclusive team who support each other every step of the way

· Pupils who are eager to learn, full of curiosity, and a joy to work with

· A culture that champions development and growth for all

· A large school with bespoke learning spaces and areas to support the diverse needs of our children.

· A high-energy, purpose-driven environment where your work truly matters

Job Title: Safeguarding Officer

Location: Compass Primary Academy

Salary:  £42,002.00 (fte)

Hours per week /Weeks per year: 37 hours / 42 Weeks (negotiable out of term working )

About this Role

You’ll be the driving force behind our safeguarding strategy—ensuring our policies are robust, our staff are well-trained, and our children’s voices are always at the centre of what we do. You’ll also collaborate with Trust-wide safeguarding colleagues, contributing to a wider network of excellence.

What We’re Looking For

You might be the perfect fit if you:

− Have a strong background in safeguarding and child protection

− Understand the social, emotional, and developmental needs of children

− Are a confident leader who can inspire and guide a team

− Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

− Are passionate about equity, inclusion, and giving every child the best start in life

Key Responsibilities

− Lead safeguarding and child protection across the school

− Support and advise staff on welfare concerns

− Champion a culture of vigilance and care

− Deliver safeguarding training and awareness

− Manage and develop the Wellbeing Team

− Collaborate with safeguarding leads across the Brooke Weston Trust

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe our strength lies in our diversity. Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staff to reflect that richness. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can be their authentic selves.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and be part of something special, we’d love to hear from you!

About Compass Primary Academy

Compass Primary Academy is unusual, and exceptional.  We are an innovative and ambitious 3-11 primary Academy set in the heart of Kettering.  Children are at the heart of everything that we do.  Children are at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to supporting and challenging our pupils to reach their full potential, inside and outside of the classroom., which was reflected in our Ofsted Inspection in April 2023 where the school was judged as good, with outstanding Early Years.

Compass Primary Academy is proud to be a member of the Brooke Weston Trust and enjoys close working links with the family of Trust schools.

Compass Primary was described in our most recent Trust wide survey as

· Caring

· Welcoming

· Nurturing

· Inclusive

We have worked hard since opening in September 2016 and feel very proud to now be a “Good” school with “Outstanding” Early Years. As a school, we are highly committed to ensuring that we continue to improve. We work very closely with our other schools within Brooke Weston Trust

About Brooke Weston Trust

Our Trust was formed more than 30 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.

Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.

We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Centre for Professional Development, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School. To find out more about working for our Trust and the benefits available to staff please check out the BWT Join Us Guide.

Benefits

As well as dedication to high quality CPD, Brooke Weston Trust employees receive a number of fantastic benefits, all delivered through the Vivup platform. These include:

• Free breakfast and lunch on site
• Access to a number of discounts for high-street brands, supermarkets and days out.
• Online GP
• Health Care Cash Plan
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Tusker Car Scheme

 Safer Recruitment

Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google. A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection

The Trusts position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy.