Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our Student Experience Team. This is a pivotal role which supports the Head of Safeguarding in ensuring that all students, especially those in vulnerable groups such as children in care and young adult carers are protected, supported and able to thrive in a safe and inclusive environment.

You’ll play a key part in maintaining and developing our Safeguarding strategy, delivering staff training and ensuring our safeguarding practice meets the highest standards. As Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, you’ll liaise with external agencies, advocate for vulnerable learners and represent the Group in meetings such as Child Protection and Early Help reviews.

You will be required to:  

• Support the Head of Safeguarding in developing and implementing safeguarding policies and strategy
• Coordinate and deliver Safeguarding and Prevent training across the Group
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments for students presenting safeguarding concerns
• Liaise effectively with social workers, NHS services and other local safeguarding partners
• Act as the Designated Teacher for children in care, contributing to PEP and CiC reviews

About you:

You will be an experienced Safeguarding professional who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

• You will hold GCSEs in English and Maths A*-C/9-4 or equivalent
• You will have completed DSL training
• A Level 4 qualification in a role related subject, and an IT qualification, e.g. ECDL or CLAIT or equivalent are desirable but not essential
• You should also have experience in a wide range of safeguarding work related practice and successful problem solving and conflict resolution

Benefits include:

• Generous Annual Leave (30 days + bank holidays + 5 College closure days)
• Generous Contributory Pension Scheme with the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme

For more information about the role and requirements, please click apply. You'll be directed to the job on our careers website where you can download the job description in full.

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