Designated Safeguarding & Behaviour Lead

Hythe Community Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in England is seeking a Designated Safeguarding & Behaviour Lead to oversee child protection and promote pupil wellbeing. The role requires significant experience with children in safeguarding roles and DSL Level 3 training. Responsibilities include guiding staff, maintaining records, and collaborating with families. The position is fixed-term with a pay range of £28,864–30,766 based on PS7 grading.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding training to DSL Level 3 required, or willingness to complete.
• Significant experience with children in safeguarding or support.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion.
• Competent IT skills for reporting and communication.
• Experience working in multi-agency safeguarding teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee safeguarding and child protection in the school.
• Maintain records and provide updates to senior staff.
• Guide and train staff on safeguarding matters.
• Work with families and partners to promote student wellbeing.
• Implement the school’s behaviour policy.

Skills

Safeguarding training to DSL Level 3

Experience working with children

Discretion and professionalism

IT skills for reporting and communication

Working with multi-agency teams

Job description

Term time only (39 wks per year)

Hours: 36 hours per week

Initially on a fixed term contract

Salary: based on grade PS7 (Actual £28,864–30,766 - FTE £33,552-35,763)

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Designated Safeguarding & Behaviour Lead (DSL) to join our team, taking a key role in ensuring the safety and welfare of our pupils. You will lead on all aspects of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that policies are effectively implemented and staff are trained and confident in their responsibilities, in collaboration with families and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee safeguarding and child protection across the school.
• Maintain accurate records and provide updates to senior staff as needed.
• Offer guidance, support and training to staff on safeguarding matters.
• Work with families and external partners to promote pupil wellbeing and engagement
• Promote high standards of behaviour and consistently implement the school’s behaviour policy

Key Requirements

• Safeguarding training to DSL Level 3 (or willingness to complete on appointment).
• Significant experience of working with children or young people in a safeguarding, support or pastoral capacity.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Competent IT skills for reporting, recording and communication.
• Experience working with multi‑agency teams to safeguard and support families.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and interviews will be held as required. Early application is therefore recommended and the school reserves the right to close the advert on appointment of the post.

Safeguarding Statement

Hythe Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.