Deputy Safeguarding Lead for Student Welfare

Lift Four Dwellings Secondary; Ridgacre; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Lift Four Dwellings Secondary is seeking a compassionate Safeguarding Support Officer to work with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, acting as a Deputy DSL and safeguarding across the school. You will build relationships with students and families and coordinate support with professionals and external agencies.

The role requires experience with children and families, a strong safeguarding knowledge, and the ability to handle sensitive situations.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
• At least two years' experience working directly with children and families
• Good understanding of safeguarding, child protection and relevant legislation
• Hold a DSL Level 3 and first aid qualification, or willing to undertake training
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families and professionals
• Calm, organized and able to manage competing priorities
• Patient, empathetic and non-judgmental approach
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people

Responsibilities

• Acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, working closely with the DSL to respond to safeguarding and child protection concerns
• Supporting safeguarding referrals and liaising with children's social care, police and other external agencies
• Coordinating Early Help cases and providing practical support to students and families to overcome barriers to learning
• Maintaining accurate and secure safeguarding records and contributing to multi-agency meetings where required
• Supporting the school's responsibilities around Prevent, FGM and the safe transfer of child protection files
• Acting as lead first aider, including maintaining relevant records, care plans and medication checks
• Supporting and mentoring Looked After Children and signposting students and families to appropriate services

Job description

Lift Four Dwellings Secondary is seeking a compassionate Safeguarding Support Officer to work with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, acting as a Deputy DSL and safeguarding across the school. You will build relationships with students and families and coordinate support with professionals and external agencies.

The role requires experience with children and families, a strong safeguarding knowledge, and the ability to handle sensitive situations.