At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the safeguarding of children and collaborate with a dedicated team.
- Company: Join a supportive school environment focused on child welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full school holidays, flexible benefits, and well-being support.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic role with excellent training and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: 2 years' experience in safeguarding and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33699 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher.
- You will collaborate with team members across locations to progress and develop your skills and knowledge.
- As a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead you will support the DSL to ensure actions are taken to safeguard children within the school.
- This includes, on a daily basis, undertaking tasks delegated by the DSL such as liaising with statutory and non‑statutory agencies, parents/carers and staff on matters of well‑being, child protection and safeguarding, and supporting the wider school team.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead in a school setting.
- Comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to safeguarding and child protection.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and other IT systems.
- Outstanding interpersonal and problem resolution skills.
- A genuinely empathetic approach.
- Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Full induction and on‑the‑job training.
- Full school holidays.
- Flexible benefits (e.g., life insurance, discounts).
- Well‑being tools and advice, employee assistance programme.
- Medical cover for optician or dentist appointments.
- Access to high‑quality facilities across schools.
- Recruitment referral scheme offering a £1,000 bonus.
- Contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead in England employer: WG060 Witherslack Group Ltd
As a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will join a supportive leadership team dedicated to the well-being and safeguarding of children. Our school offers a nurturing work culture with comprehensive training, flexible benefits, and a commitment to employee growth, ensuring you have the resources and support needed to thrive in your role. With full school holidays and access to high-quality facilities, we prioritise your work-life balance while fostering a collaborative environment across locations.
Contact Details:
WG060 Witherslack Group Ltd Recruitment Team
