Chief Safeguarding & Network Compliance

Ark; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working model

Remote work up to 10 days a year (UK/4

Remote work up to 10 days a year (UK//

Job summary

Ark is seeking a highly experienced Head of Safeguarding to provide strategic leadership across Ark Schools and Ark. You will partner with central teams, Principals and DSLs to shape safeguarding policy, practice and culture, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding across the network.

You will oversee data-driven safeguarding oversight, reports and analyses to inform board level decisions, while remaining closely connected to frontline practice and providing day-to-day guidance on complex

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding compliance across Ark Schools and Ark, ensuring statutory requirements and strong safeguarding culture.
• Act as the network Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), offering expert advice and support on safeguarding matters.
• Oversee safeguarding policies, training, and resources to align with legislation and best practice.
• Manage safeguarding audits, assurance processes, and reporting with insights for senior leaders and trustees.
• Drive safeguarding strategy using data, research and sector best practice.
• Develop safeguarding capability by leading DSL networks, delivering training, and supporting professional development.

Job description

Ark is seeking a highly experienced Head of Safeguarding to provide strategic leadership across Ark Schools and Ark. You will partner with central teams, Principals and DSLs to shape safeguarding policy, practice and culture, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding across the network.

You will oversee data-driven safeguarding oversight, reports and analyses to inform board level decisions, while remaining closely connected to frontline practice and providing day-to-day guidance on complex