This senior post sits on the Academy Leadership Team at Childwall Sports & Science Academy. The holder leads child protection across the whole school, including Sixth Form and any alternative provision, keeping arrangements aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The role stands out for building a school-wide culture in which every adult owns safeguarding, alongside managing complex casework. Candidates must be a DSL or ready to train promptly, and no visa sponsorship is available.
What the job involves
- Hold lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the whole school, including Sixth Form and alternative provision
- Ensure safeguarding arrangements are robust, responsive and compliant with statutory guidance, including KCSIE
- Champion a culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility
- Support pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally
What’s required
Qualifications
- Qualified DSL, or willingness to complete DSL training promptly
- Up-to-date safeguarding training
- Degree in a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Training in trauma-informed practice, mental health first aid or Motivational Interviewing
Experience
- Safeguarding experience within an education or related setting
Skills & knowledge
- Strong knowledge of KCSIE and safeguarding practice
- Confidence in managing complex casework and decision-making
- Calm, resilient and professional temperament
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships with students, families and staff
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS and other relevant checks with statutory bodies
- Right to work in the UK, as no Skilled Worker sponsor licence is held
- Declaration of unspent convictions and cautions and other relevant matters; filtered offences need not be declared
What’s offered
- Commitment to staff development
- Focus on staff wellbeing
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
