Safeguarding Officer

Full time, Term Time Only, Permanent, commencing September 2026

Salary £29,778 - £42,493 Full Time Equivalent, £25,694 - £36,666 Actual for Term Time Only

William Hulme’s Grammar School (WHGS) is an all-through school and one of the most over-subscribed schools in Manchester. We have an excellent reputation and high aspirations for all our students, who enjoy an academic and creatively rich curriculum and are equipped with the skills that will help them to become responsible members of the local and global community.

Thank you for your interest in applying to be a Safeguarding Officer at William Hulme’s Grammar School, primarily based in the Secondary Phase (WHGS).

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to the role of Safeguarding Officer. You will have experience of working with young people and families within a safeguarding and child protection
environment and you will be able to work adaptively and flexibly across our school. As the Safeguarding Officer, you will have a strong understanding of our school culture and community and will understand the value of working with internal and external partners.

The Safeguarding Officer will work with the wider Safeguarding team to safeguard and protect the young people and staff of William Hulme’s Grammar School. You will play a critical role in taking responsibility for
child protection, supporting staff to carry out their safeguarding duties and act in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation.

To apply, follow the link - https://ce0374li.webitrent.com/ce0374li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=3052849C2D

Closing date: Wednesday 24 June 2026 11:59pm

Interviews: Wednesday 1 July 2026

The school is fully committed to the safeguarding of children and all staff will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and full child protection/safeguarding training. United Learning is an equal opportunities employer.