Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (non-teaching)

Eteach UK Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension scheme

O2 discounts

Specsavers eye test vouchers

NUS Card and CSSC membership

Well-being programs (retreats, yoga)

Job summary

Avanti Fields School in Leicester seeks a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (non-teaching) to support the DSL and coordinate safeguarding responses. You will liaise with external agencies, help maintain child protection records, and ensure staff are guided on safeguarding practices to promote pupil welfare.

The role focuses on safeguarding, online safety, referrals, and collaboration with families to safeguard every child. DBS and pre-employment checks apply as part of the appointment process.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in education or social work or related field
• Experience with children/young people in education
• Experience liaising with external agencies on safeguarding
• Experience referring suspected abuse to external agencies

Responsibilities

• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in implementing safeguarding procedures
• Coordinate safeguarding referrals with children’s social care and police
• Provide safeguarding guidance to staff and promote a child-centred environment
• Maintain confidential safeguarding records and support training and audits
• Identify and support vulnerable pupils with appropriate interventions

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Interagency liaison

Staff coaching

Education

Degree or equivalent in education or social work

Job description

EmployerAvanti Fields SchoolLocationLeicester, LeicestershireContract TypePermanentHoursFull TimeSalaryRefer to the advertPosted10th November 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleExpires22nd November 2026 11:59 PMContract TypePermanentStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1583583Job Reference699Start DateAs Soon As PossibleContract Type :PermanentJob ID: 1583583Grade: Grade 6, £31,828-£33,772 per annum. Approx £23,757-£25,208per annum, pro rata (0.74641FTE)About The RoleAvanti Fields is seeking a committed and experienced Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (non-teaching) to join our dedicated team and play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils.Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and wider school community, you will provide expert guidance, coordinate safeguarding responses and work collaboratively with families and external agencies to ensure that every child feels safe, heard and supported.This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about making a meaningful difference to children's lives and helping them achieve their full potential.School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.What will you do?Safeguarding and child protection: Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in ensuring the effective implementation of the school’s safeguarding and child protection procedures, including online safety, in line with statutory guidance and Keeping Children Safe in Education.Referrals and multi-agency working: Manage and coordinate safeguarding referrals, liaise with children’s social care, police and other external agencies, and contribute to child protection conferences, multi-agency meetings and ongoing support plans.Staff guidance and support: Act as a key source of safeguarding advice, guidance and expertise for staff, promoting a child-centred culture in which children feel safe, listened to and supported to share concerns.Safeguarding records, training and awareness: Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date safeguarding records on CPOMS, support information sharing, promote staff awareness of safeguarding developments and contribute to training, audits and the continuous improvement of safeguarding practice.Pupil welfare and pastoral support: Identify and support vulnerable pupils, including those with additional needs or social worker involvement, through appropriate pastoral and behavioural interventions, working collaboratively to promote their safety, wellbeing, engagement and educational outcomes.What are we looking for?Degree or other qualification in education or social work field or equivalent experienceExperience of working with children or young adults in an education settingExperience of liaising with external agencies and professionals on child protection mattersExperience of referring cases of suspected abuse to external agencies including relevant paperworkCommitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all studentsPlease view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.Why should you applyAvanti Fields School is an all-through, faith-designated (Hindu) state school which welcomed the first intake of Year 7 students in September 2018, and first intake of Nursery and Reception students in September 2022. The school is rapidly expanding and will grow year by year to a full cohort of 1,320. This is an exciting time to join the school as it continues its journey to outstanding.The staff at Avanti Fields School are passionate about our school and are relentlessly focused on improving the achievement and opportunities for all our students. All staff that work at the school will need to subscribe to our ethos and values and seek to improve and develop their own practice and performance for the benefit of our students.This is a unique opportunity to work in a school which is driven by three key elements for both students and staff:Educational excellenceCharacter formationSpiritual insightAvanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.You will be working in a fantastic environment, with:Great opportunities for professional developmentLGPS pension scheme (subject to eligibility)O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchersEligible for NUS Card and CSSC membershipWell-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)Cycle-to-work SchemeFurther informationPre-employment checksAvanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.Diversity and InclusionWe want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics.Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.