Child Protection Officer

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Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.

At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes.

About the Role

Being the designated Child Protection Officer at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, you will be responsible for safeguarding students and young people by identifying welfare concerns, responding to safeguarding issues, and working with families and partner agencies to ensure that our students are safe, supported, and protected from harm.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive Child Protection Officer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and young people. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and experience managing sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy. They should possess a sound understanding of child protection policies, safeguarding procedures, and multi-agency working practices. We are looking for someone who is highly organised, able to make informed decisions, and passionate about creating safe and supportive environments where students can thrive.

About Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School

Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School is a highly regarded selective school set in the heart of Derbyshire. With a strong academic tradition and a clear focus on personal development, QEGS provides an inspiring and supportive environment in which pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The school’s academic ambition goes hand in hand with a strong focus on care, character, and opportunity. With a supportive ethos and a track record of excellent results, it provides a stimulating learning environment that nurtures curiosity, resilience, and confidence. Students benefit from high quality teaching, a wide range of enrichment activities, and a warm, inclusive community that values every individual.

Why us?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this, please call Sarah Smit on: 01335 343685. 

Further details about our school can be found on our website: https://www.queenelizabeths.derbyshire.sch.uk

To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Provisional Interview Date: To be confirmed

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.