Designated Safeguarding Lead

Geminus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established multi-Academy trust is seeking a dedicated Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure the safety and well-being of students. This pivotal role involves leading safeguarding initiatives, developing policies, and fostering a culture of safety within the Academy. The successful candidate will work closely with staff and students, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and promoting best practices in child protection. Join a supportive team committed to transforming student learning and safeguarding their welfare. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Ability to lead and manage safeguarding policies and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Evaluate training and ensure safeguarding compliance.
• Manage the safeguarding team and conduct audits.

Skills

Safeguarding Policies Development

Child Protection

Training Evaluation

Compliance Assurance

Report Writing

Team Management

Education

Relevant Degree or Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Designated Safeguarding Lead

Contract: This role is offered on a full-time permanent contract, 37 hours a week, Term Time only, plus Inset days.

Salary: CLF Grade F - £38,419 - £40,989

Actual Salary: £32,898 per annum

Start Date: ASAP

What we are looking for:

John Cabot Academy is looking for a Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our supportive and talented team. We are a diverse multi-Academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning.

To be successful in the post, we are looking for a Designated Safeguarding Lead who will act as the main point of contact, with lead responsibility within the Academy, for safeguarding and child protection in line with statutory requirements. Duties will include:

1. Lead in facilitating the development of safeguarding policies, guidance, training, and procedures for the Academy.
2. Evaluate training provided, ensure compliance, and ensure that safeguarding is embedded in the culture of the Academy.
3. Produce written reports and audits for internal or CLF analysis and review.
4. Lead school-based meetings and CPD sessions for safeguarding or wider staff members.
5. Line manage members of the wider safeguarding team e.g. DDSL as directed.

Full details are contained in the attached job description and person specification.

Key Dates:

Closing date: 13th January 2025

Interview date: To be confirmed

Safeguarding and pre-employment checks:

The Cabot Learning Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role has significant responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice within the academy and involves working with children on a daily basis.

The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, and a child disqualification check. The checks will also include an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.