Decision Maker: Strategic Director - Children and Family Services

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: June 20, 2025

Purpose:

Content: ? The report proposes a restructuring of the Education Safeguarding and Equalities Team due to the upcoming retirement of both current staff members in mid-2025. ? The key change involves restoring the senior post (Grade 9) to full-time status, reversing a previous reduction to 0.7 FTE that had negatively impacted service delivery. ? To maintain budget neutrality, the junior post (Grade 7) will be reduced to a part-time role. ? This adjustment aims to ensure the team can continue to provide adequate support and expertise to schools and the education service. ? The proposal has been reviewed and supported by senior leadership, HR, and Finance, with no identified risks or additional financial implications. ? Recruitment for the full-time Grade 9 post will begin first, followed by the part-time Grade 7 role.