Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Tradewind Recruitment; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for a thriving Academy in Solihull. This role involves acting as a primary contact for safeguarding concerns and coordinating referrals. You will work with social care and police and maintain safeguarding records. Ideal candidates are compassionate and knowledgeable, dedicated to making a real impact in the pastoral and safeguarding team. This position offers the chance to influence the welfare of young people in the educational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a safeguarding role or within an educational environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted point of contact for safeguarding concerns.
• Support coordination of safeguarding referrals.
• Work closely with social care and police.
• Maintain high-quality safeguarding records.
• Deliver staff safeguarding training.

Skills

Compassionate

Knowledgeable

Motivated

Job description

Overview

Tradewind are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable and highly motivated Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join a thriving Academy in Solihull. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to safeguarding young people and wants to make a real impact within a dedicated pastoral and safeguarding team.

Position: Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Location: Solihull

Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted point of contact for safeguarding concerns and provide guidance to staff in the DSL's absence.
• Support the coordination of all safeguarding referrals and ensure concerns are acted upon swiftly and appropriately.
• Work closely with social care, the police and other agencies to support investigations and multi-agency plans.
• Maintain high-quality safeguarding records and ensure information is handled confidentially and accurately.
• Assist with the delivery of staff safeguarding training and help ensure statutory responsibilities are fully understood across the school.
• Contribute to early help processes and provide tailored support for families and young people who require additional intervention.
• Help raise awareness of safeguarding policies, ensuring they remain up to date and accessible to staff and families.
• Support the school's responsibilities under the Prevent Duty, including identifying concerns and contributing to staff training.
• Provide pastoral and behaviour ...