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? 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.