Compliance Officer - Education Recruitment - Manchester Office The Role: Prospero Teaching is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to join our growing education recruitment team based in Manchester. As a Compliance Officer, you'll play a key role in ensuring all safeguarding and vetting checks are thoroughly carried out for Teachers, Tutors, and Support Staff working across Leeds and surrounding areas. This is a crucial position where your work directly supports the safety and success of our schools and students. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out full vetting and compliance checks including: Right to Work & Identity verification DBS, safeguarding, and disqualification checks Qualification and training verification Employment history, reference checks & prohibition checks Following up with candidates and Consultants for outstanding documentation (via phone and email) Supporting Consultants with compliance queries and promoting best safeguarding practice Highlighting or escalating potential safeguarding concerns Liaising with schools, Local Authorities, referees, and professional bodies Maintaining accurate records and inputting data into internal systems Producing weekly compliance reports for Management Ensuring all branch activity complies with legislation, company policies, and sector standards, in line with direction from our Head of Compliance & SafeguardingWhat We're Looking For: We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining the highest compliance and safeguarding standards. Ideal candidates will be: Highly organised, with excellent time management Confident, personable, and professional Detail-oriented and meticulous in their work Motivated by high standards and safeguarding excellence Strong communicators (both written and verbal) Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM systemsDesirable (but not essential): Previous experience in a compliance or safeguarding role, ideally within the education or recruitment sector Safeguarding training or certificationWhat We Offer: Opportunity to train as a Designated Safeguarding Officer Structured career development plan Weekly, monthly, and annual incentives Full training delivered by industry experts Supportive team culture with clear progression opportunities Market-leading commission structure The chance to make a real difference in safeguarding and educationJoin a team where your work is valued, your development is supported, and your role truly matters. Apply today to become a vital part of Prospero Teaching's safeguarding and compliance mission! IND-INT