<p><strong>Are you passionate about ensuring child safety and enhancing educational standards?</strong></p><p>Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd (CESL) invites applications for a dynamic Safeguarding Officer to join our School Improvement &amp; Safeguarding team. This role is pivotal in supporting schools to uphold the highest standards of child safeguarding and effective educational practices.</p><p><strong>Your Role:</strong></p><p>As our Safeguarding Officer, you will work closely with the Safeguarding Lead to drive impactful child safeguarding initiatives across our schools. Your responsibilities include delivering professional learning on safeguarding, managing safeguarding data, and supporting schools in their responsibilities for students in Out of Home Care (OOHC). You will also collaborate with School Improvement Leaders to ensure a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach to safeguarding concerns.</p><p><strong>Your Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver professional learning and training on child safeguarding to school staff.</li><li>Provide expert advice and support on safeguarding issues and incidents.</li><li>Manage and analyse safeguarding data to inform practices and policies.</li><li>Support schools in meeting their obligations regarding students in OOHC.</li><li>Collaborate with the Safeguarding Lead and other stakeholders to address safeguarding concerns effectively.</li><li>Ensure schools adhere to safeguarding policies and standards.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.</li><li>Proven experience in child safeguarding or related areas.</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.</li><li>Commitment to Catholic education and creating safe, supportive learning environments.</li><li>Strong data management and analytical skills.</li></ul><p>Why <strong>Catholic Education Sandhurst</strong>?</p><p>Join a vibrant community that values leadership, innovation, and faith. As a School Improvement Leader, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the education and well-being of students across the Diocese of Sandhurst, working in partnership with dedicated professionals who share your commitment to excellence.</p><p>In Term 3 of 2024, CESL launched ‘Magnify Sandhurst’, a comprehensive whole-of-system improvement program. Magnify Sandhurst is a response to the CESL Strategic Plan. In preparing to apply for this role, we recommend that you familiarise yourself with our <a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ceosand.catholic.edu.au%2Fdownloads%2Femployment-in-sandhurst%2Fschool-flyers%2F1219-guiding-lights-book-1-online-290824&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csburn%40ceosand.catholic.edu.au%7C8871bc59e06e4f59ba3008dccbd87f64%7C590fd610f3a3441ebe1913d0f9f6ef7c%7C0%7C0%7C638609377911195953%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=EDa%2FLxI968T939iQrtULhO%2F0V5PLlm6ApFhRyJxUQCM%3D&amp;reserved=0">Guiding Lights</a>, as well as the <a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ceosand.catholic.edu.au%2Fdownloads%2Femployment-in-sandhurst%2Fschool-flyers%2F1220-magnify-an-introduction-book-2-online-290824&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csburn%40ceosand.catholic.edu.au%7C8871bc59e06e4f59ba3008dccbd87f64%7C590fd610f3a3441ebe1913d0f9f6ef7c%7C0%7C0%7C638609377911211751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JLH37yeZZJXJAp4rypnF2ob1cdO9Noz%2FHWP5J0gBUEI%3D&amp;reserved=0">Introduction to Magnify Sandhurst</a> and the <a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ceosand.catholic.edu.au%2Fdownloads%2Femployment-in-sandhurst%2Fschool-flyers%2F1221-magnify-operational-detail-book-3-online-290824&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csburn%40ceosand.catholic.edu.au%7C8871bc59e06e4f59ba3008dccbd87f64%7C590fd610f3a3441ebe1913d0f9f6ef7c%7C0%7C0%7C638609377911225210%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=gtjPjSwrq4sVDd6AKUXnz2Ztz1Q0HLGUj3liGSZBnN4%3D&amp;reserved=0">Magnify Sandhurst Operational Details</a>.&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Catholic Education Sandhurst Office</strong></p><p>The Catholic Education Sandhurst Office Team comprises approximately 110 employees working across 7 key functional areas, supporting over 50 schools within the Sandhurst Diocese. We are a supportive and friendly team who are committed to working collaboratively with our schools to achieve the best outcomes for our students. With office locations in Bendigo, Wangaratta and Tatura.</p><p><strong>Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)</strong></p><p>CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating&nbsp;19,750 students in large regional&nbsp;centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is&nbsp;a speciality.</p><p><strong>Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety</strong></p><p>CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.</p><p><i><strong>Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.</strong></i></p><p><i><strong>Applications close on 27 September 2024 at 5pm.</strong></i></p><p>If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website <a href="https://careers.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/jobs/search">here.</a>&nbsp;For application assistance, please review our application guide <a href="https://www.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/downloads/key-documents/1213-ces-ltd-applicant-guide-120624 ">here</a>.</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1162/ton/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/492576/safeguarding-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>