Designated Safeguarding Lead (The Royal School for the Blind Charity)
Employer Information
Employer The Royal School for the Blind Charity Address Church Road North
Wavertree
Liverpool
L15 6TQ
L15 6TQ Website https://rsblind.org/
ROYAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND CHARITY LIVERPOOL
Judged by OFSTED as Strong in all areas, we are a non-profit, non-maintained special school based in Wavertree, Liverpool. We educate and care for pupils with special, visual, sensory, and complex needs aged 2-19. As part of our extensive offer, we have an after-school club, parental support, and intervention support for our pupils. We have a strong highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team including occupational therapy, habilitation, physio, nursing, speech and language, music therapy and other specialists. All of our staff are highly trained including qualified teachers of the visually impaired, multi-sensory impaired, habilitation andother specialisms. Our carefully planned and managed rolling CPD plan ensures all staff receive the training and support required to fulfil their role to the highest possible standard. Our facilities, specialist environment and grounds are carefully adapted to meet the needs of our pupils and young adults. All this ensures a focus on independence, with a team around the child approach.
Role Information
Job Title Designated Safeguarding Lead Job Type Leadership Job Phase Special Educational Needs Location Liverpool
Grade NJC 18-24 Actual Salary Information SEN Actual Salary Range £27,566 - £30,953 + SEN Allowance of £1,590 Contract Type Permanent Contract Term Full time Start Date Monday, November 30th, 2026 Closing Date Friday, October 30th, 2026
About the Role
We arecurrently seeking to appoint a full-time Designated Safeguarding Lead. We are looking for someone who hasexperience and understanding of working within a school/care environment. Thisrolewill involve working across ourschool site tolead on safeguarding and child protection, supporting our whole school community and its families. You will promotesafeguarding procedures andlegislation across the site anddeliver training toour employeesand schoolGovernors/Trusteesaround aspects of safeguarding policies and procedures, including Prevent and equality and diversity.You will be part of the SLT here at RSB and provide reports as required throughout the school year.
Key requirements for thisrole include:
- Current, detailed knowledge of child/adult protectionpathways and processes;
- Ability to liaiseclosely with internal and external professionals to provide expertadviceon safeguarding matters;
- Experience andunderstandingof serviceprovisionto vulnerable children, young people and their families;and
- Experience ofmanagingown caseload, attending and providing updates at reviews.
This role is not exhuastive of the above requirements. Please see attached Job Descrption and Person Specification
Personal Qualities
We need someone who is dedicated to ensuring a safeguarding culture, has outstanding interpersonal and problem resolution skills and is empathetic in nature. In addition we are looking for someone who is highly organised,emotionally resilient, andbeable to prioritiseconflicting priorities in your work.
Application Information
Closing Date Friday, October 30th, 2026 Closing Time 09:00am Shortlisting Date Monday, November 2nd, 2026
Interview Date Monday, November 9th, 2026
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Designated Safeguarding Lead in Liverpool employer: School Improvement Liverpool Ltd
The Grange Primary School in Liverpool is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a commitment to pupil wellbeing, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. The school's collaborative culture and focus on individualised support make it an ideal place for those passionate about primary education.
Contact Details:
School Improvement Liverpool Ltd Recruitment Team
