Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Eteach; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenthorne High School is seeking a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to enhance the safeguarding framework and ensure the welfare of students. The role requires strong emotional resilience, exceptional communication skills, and a dedication to upholding safeguarding policies. Join a vibrant and inclusive community that values its staff.

Benefits

Discounted Benenden Healthcare

Salary Sacrifice schemes for Electric Cars and Cycle to Work

Long service awards

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Passionate about making an impact on young people's lives.
• Ability to engage confidently with students, staff, and visitors.
• Commitment to safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead on safeguarding matters.
• Support child protection efforts and maintain a supportive atmosphere.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are upheld consistently.

Skills

Emotional Resilience

Communication Skills

Approachable Manner

Job description

Glenthorne High School are proud to foster a vibrant, inclusive environment where staff are valued and empowered to help every pupil reach their full potential. With strong leadership and excellent pupil behaviour, we maintain a calm, focused, and supportive atmosphere for learning.

We are currently seeking a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to work closely with our Designated Safeguarding Lead on all matters relating to safeguarding and child protection. This is a non-teaching post and provides an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and committed individual who is passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

The successful candidate will possess strong emotional resilience and exceptional communication skills, and will engage confidently with students, staff, and visitors. A warm, approachable manner is essential, along with a firm commitment to consistently upholding our safeguarding policies and procedures.

Due to the nature of the responsibilities, some flexibility in working hours will be required, including occasional work during school holidays if necessary.

Glenthorne High School can offer you:

• The opportunity to work with colleagues who have a passion to inspire pupils.

• Well established behaviour management systems, pupils feel valued and supported and able to learn.

• Opportunity to take advantage of Benenden Healthcare at a discounted rate

• Salary Sacrifice schemes for: Electric Cars and Cycle to work

• Long service awards

• A 24/7 employee assistance programme which provides counselling and support / advice on a wide array of areas

Glenthorne High School is part of the Willow Learning Trust and is a National Teaching School with a specialism in the arts. The school is a mixed comprehensive academy with over 1700 pupils. This is a genuine opportunity to join a popular school and become an integral part of the academy's continuing success.