Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy, Lancaster, are currently seeking a Non-Teaching Safeguarding Assistant to support the welfare of Looked After Children (LAC) and Previously Looked After Children (PLAC). This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about safeguarding and child welfare.
Role Overview:
As a Safeguarding Assistant, you will work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to help ensure that LAC and PLAC receive appropriate support within the school. You will assist in monitoring their wellbeing, liaising with relevant professionals, maintaining records, and contributing to creating a safe learning environment.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Good communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Basic organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn about safeguarding policies and procedures related to LAC/PLAC children.
Values and Attitudes:
- A genuine commitment to promoting the welfare of vulnerable children.
- Empathy, patience, and understanding towards young people facing challenges.
- Reliability, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
- A positive attitude towards teamwork within a multi-disciplinary setting.
This position is full time (37 hours per week), term time only.
Please see the Applicant Information pack for full details.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
To apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached, or which can be downloaded from www.ripleystthomas.com/vacancies. CVs are not accepted.
Along with the completed application form, applicants should write a letter addressed to Ms Barnes and Mrs Best, Co-Headteachers, outlining how their experience fits them for the role.
The closing date is midday on Monday 07/09/2026
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
