SAFEGUARDING RISK COMPLIANCE OFFICER
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,540 to £32,061 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 March 2026 |
| Location: | HU1 2AA |
| Company: | Hull City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 33426 |
Summary
Hull City Council is seeking an experienced Safeguarding Officer to help ensure the safety, wellbeing, and educational entitlement of children and young people accessing alternative provision.
In this key role, you will monitor safeguarding practice across all Local Authority‑commissioned alternative provision, carrying out audits to ensure compliance with Ofsted frameworks and statutory guidance. You will act as the lead link between providers, families, and external agencies, ensuring concerns are addressed quickly and children receive safe, inclusive, and high‑quality education.
You will also deliver safeguarding training to groups and individual settings, supporting continuous improvement and strong safeguarding cultures.
We are looking for someone with solid safeguarding knowledge, a qualification in health and safety or willingness to work towards and a passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.
Why Work for Hull City Council?
Working for Hull City Council means joining a values‑driven organisation that puts children, families and communities at the heart of everything we do. As part of our team, you will benefit from:
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, helping you maintain a healthy work–life balance.
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions.
Ongoing professional development, training opportunities, and pathways to career progression.
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where your ideas, wellbeing and growth are valued.
Staff discount schemes for local services, retailers and leisure facilities.
A chance to make a meaningful difference, contributing to better outcomes for Hull’s children and young people.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mandi Morgan, on 07926 075634 or mandi.morgan@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
In this key role, you will monitor safeguarding practice across all Local Authority‑commissioned alternative provision, carrying out audits to ensure compliance with Ofsted frameworks and statutory guidance. You will act as the lead link between providers, families, and external agencies, ensuring concerns are addressed quickly and children receive safe, inclusive, and high‑quality education.
You will also deliver safeguarding training to groups and individual settings, supporting continuous improvement and strong safeguarding cultures.
We are looking for someone with solid safeguarding knowledge, a qualification in health and safety or willingness to work towards and a passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.
Why Work for Hull City Council?
Working for Hull City Council means joining a values‑driven organisation that puts children, families and communities at the heart of everything we do. As part of our team, you will benefit from:
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, helping you maintain a healthy work–life balance.
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions.
Ongoing professional development, training opportunities, and pathways to career progression.
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where your ideas, wellbeing and growth are valued.
Staff discount schemes for local services, retailers and leisure facilities.
A chance to make a meaningful difference, contributing to better outcomes for Hull’s children and young people.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mandi Morgan, on 07926 075634 or mandi.morgan@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
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