Designated Safeguarding Lead

THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST; Tipner; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Health & wellbeing support

Employee recognition

TSAT Benefits Portal

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Job summary

New Horizons Primary School, part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is seeking a knowledgeable Designated Safeguarding Lead to lead safeguarding across the school. You will be a trusted source of advice for colleagues, ensuring concerns are responded to promptly and that children receive appropriate support.

You will advise staff, liaise with families and multi-agency partners, and support online safety and safeguarding policy development within the Trust.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, young people and families and dealing with barriers to education.
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection issues.
• Working knowledge of the school exclusion process and procedures would be desirable.
• Ability to work as part of a team, and collaboratively with multi-agency colleagues, while applying the principles of confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills to meet strict deadlines alongside effective analytical and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the school's response to safeguarding concerns and making referrals to children's social care, the police and other relevant services.
• Representing the school at child protection and multi-agency meetings, sharing information professionally and following through on agreed actions.
• Working with pupils and families to identify needs, coordinate early help and access appropriate support.
• Providing staff with advice and guidance to help them recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting online safety and effective responses to concerns involving child-on-child abuse.
• Reviewing safeguarding policies with the Trust Safeguarding Lead and supporting staff awareness of policies, procedures and training.
• Contributing to safeguarding audits and preparing termly reports for senior leaders to support ongoing improvement.

Skills

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Time management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Confidentiality

Job description

Are you passionate about safeguarding and making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people? New Horizons Primary School is seeking a knowledgeable and committed Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our team. You will take lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the school. You will be a trusted source of advice for colleagues, ensuring concerns are responded to promptly and sensitively and that children and families receive appropriate support.

Responsibilities

• Leading the school's response to safeguarding concerns and making referrals to children's social care, the police and other relevant services.
• Representing the school at child protection and multi-agency meetings, sharing information professionally and following through on agreed actions.
• Working with pupils and families to identify needs, coordinate early help and access appropriate support.
• Providing staff with advice and guidance to help them recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting online safety and effective responses to concerns involving child-on-child abuse.
• Reviewing safeguarding policies with the Trust Safeguarding Lead and supporting staff awareness of policies, procedures and training.
• Contributing to safeguarding audits and preparing termly reports for senior leaders to support ongoing improvement.

What you will need to succeed: We are looking for someone who can build trusting relationships while exercising sound professional judgement in sensitive and challenging situations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience of working with children, young people and families and dealing with barriers to education.
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection issues.
• Working knowledge of the school exclusion process and procedures would be desirable.
• The ability to work as part of a team, and openly and collaboratively with multi-agency colleagues, while applying the principles of confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills to meet strict deadlines alongside effective analytical and problem solving skills.

At New Horizons Primary School, we pride ourselves on fostering a warm, welcoming and vibrant community where smiles and positivity are part of everyday life. Strong, nurturing relationships are at the heart of our school; we know children learn best when they feel happy and safe. Our dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that children thrive and can grow to become their best selves.

The starfish in our school logo is more than just a symbol, it reminds us that each day is an opportunity to make a positive difference, no matter how small. We encourage both staff and pupils to approach each day with purpose, kindness and the desire to positively impact those around them.

Our core values: Ready, Respectful and Safe underpin everything we do. These values help us create a positive and supportive learning environment for everyone.

Could you help our children to be ready, respectful and safe in all they do? If so, we would love to hear how you could contribute to our community.

As an accredited thinking school, we carefully consider how we teach our children to be effective independent learners. Our teachers use 'Thinking Tools' and children become more independent in their learning because of them; and this builds their self-esteem. Teaching children how to learn has been proven to have a huge impact on accelerating their progress. In turn, this builds confidence and makes school a happy experience.

Thinking Schools Academy Trust The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision. We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

What our Trust will offer you

• Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, Private Healthcare scheme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
• Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted Gym Membership.
• Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.