At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead safeguarding efforts and support young people with complex needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Witherslack Group, renowned for excellence in education and care for children.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full school holidays, medical cover, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusion and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while working in a beautiful setting.
- Qualifications: 3+ years as a Designated Safeguarding Lead and a passion for supporting diverse needs.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we're proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes.
As a Designated Safeguarding Lead you will take responsibility for safeguarding within the school, liaising with statutory and non-statutory agencies, parents/carers and staff on matters of wellbeing, child protection and safeguarding. You will be a great source of support, advice and expertise in the team.
The school supports young people with ADHD, ASD, Asperger's or SEMH needs. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people.
- Training: A full induction and on the job training
- Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays
- Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
- Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
- Medical cover: so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment
- Beautiful working environments: with the very best facilities
- A recommend a friend scheme: that offers a £1,000 bonus every time
- Contributory pension scheme: matched up to 5%
Our young people and their families come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. As well as having at least 3 years' experience in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role, we will also look for:
- Comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection.
- Full UK driving licence.
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference, especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search.
Children's Safeguarding Team Manager in Wakefield employer: Witherslack Group
At Witherslack Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with complex needs. Our commitment to staff wellbeing is reflected in our generous benefits package, including full school holidays, comprehensive training, and a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion. Working at Hall Cliffe School not only offers a beautiful environment but also provides opportunities for personal and professional growth, allowing you to truly make a difference in the community.
