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Lead Designated Safeguarding Lead - Medina College

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GBP 22,000 - 25,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Medina College invites applications for the position of Lead DSL, focusing on safeguarding and supporting all students. This permanent role offers a dynamic work environment within HISP MAT, emphasizing personal and professional growth. Candidates should apply using the official forms only, with a closing date of 16th July 2025.

Qualifications

  • Lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection matters.
  • Support staff with child protection concerns.

Responsibilities

  • Take lead in safeguarding responsibilities at the school.
  • Support all staff in handling child protection matters.

Skills

Safeguarding
Child Protection

Job description

Medina College, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2DX

Interim Executive Headteacher: Mr Kam Bains

Deputy Headteacher / Head of VI Form: Mr Phil Pearce-Jones

Tel: 01983 526523 Email: info@medina.iow.sch,uk Web:www.medina.iow.sch.uk

Salary: NJC SCP 5 - £27,711-£30,060 FTE (£22,533-£24,443 actual) Pay award pending

Hours: 35 per week

Term time plus 1 day

Permanent contract

Medina College is looking for Lead DSL to assist in supporting and including all students. The key responsibility is to take the lead responsibility for all safeguarding and child protection matters arising at the school (11-16 site) and supporting all other staff in dealing with any child protection concerns that arise.

Medina College including The Island VI Form is part of HISP MAT. The MAT is in its growth phase and the College is fast-paced, fun and caring environments in which to work and there are excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth and development. We believe in building excellent educational environments that inspire and unlock potential in all of its school communities. ?There are multiple schools within the Trust, covering the age ranges from nursery to 19 with plans to expand and grow quickly across our geographical location.

If you feel you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic team, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note that we cannot accept applications which are not submitted on the official application forms, and we do not accept CVs under any circumstances.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Online searches and references will be taken up for those candidates short-listed for interview. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Please send completed applications to hr@iow.hispmat.org

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community

Closing date: 3pm Wednesday 16th July 2025

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