Assistant School Designated Safeguarding Lead

Principal Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-achieving secondary school in Harrow is looking for a committed Assistant Designated Safeguarding Lead to support safeguarding efforts. You will be responsible for addressing concerns, collaborating with staff and external agencies, and maintaining compliance with safeguarding policies. Ideal candidates should have experience working with children and a strong understanding of safeguarding legislation. This role offers excellent development opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational or safeguarding role.
• Knowledge of KCSIE and child protection protocols.
• Strong communication and trust-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in safeguarding.
• Act as a contact for safeguarding concerns.
• Work with staff and external agencies for student welfare.
• Maintain records and ensure policy compliance.
• Deliver safeguarding training to colleagues.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Understanding of safeguarding legislation

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organisational skills

Commitment to student welfare

Job description

We are a high-achieving, inclusive secondary school in Harrow with a strong reputation for academic excellence and pastoral care. We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our dedicated safeguarding and wellbeing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and compassionate professional who is passionate about the safety, welfare and wellbeing of young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in all aspects of safeguarding and child protection.

• Act as a first point of contact for safeguarding concerns, ensuring that students receive timely and effective support.

• Work closely with staff, students, parents and external agencies to safeguard and promote the welfare of young people.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with statutory guidance and school policies.

• Deliver safeguarding training and guidance to colleagues across the school.

• Contribute to the wider pastoral and inclusion work of the school.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of working with children or young people in an educational, social care or safeguarding role.

• Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance (KCSIE).

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and manage sensitive situations.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• A genuine commitment to promoting the welfare and wellbeing of students.

Why join us?

• A highly supportive and collaborative safeguarding and pastoral team.

• Excellent opportunities for professional development and training.

• A positive, ambitious school culture with outstanding student outcomes.

• Access to wellbeing initiatives and staff benefits.