Trinity Academy Newcastle Trust

Head of Safeguarding and Inclusion – Monday to Friday (37 hours per week) Term Time Only plus 5 training days SM1 . 1-3 £60,177 - £63,715 per annum (permanent post). Pro rata (£51,671.21 to £54,709.13).

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Central Team in Newcastle as a Head of Safeguarding and Inclusion, working across the Trust under the leadership of the CEO. We are seeking an experienced provide dynamic and strategic direction, leadership and accountability in respect of all aspects of child and adult protection across the Trust.

Based primarily at the Trust Head Office at Trinity Academy Newcastle – Upper Site, the post holder must also be able to travel between academies and work flexibly in response to organisational needs.

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or possess equivalent experience, knowledgeable of social care thresholds, pathways and the relevant statutory obligations for local authorities and have a strong commitment to the Trust’s vision and values.

This post will start from the 1st of September 2026

Closing date midday 27^th March 2026

Please be advised that we reserve the right to close this campaign earlier than the stated closing date should we receive a large number of applicants.

If you do not hear from us within 6 weeks of posting your application, you should assume that, on this occasion, your application has been unsuccessful. Previous applicants need not apply.

We are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.