Parent Support & Deputy DDSL

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lipson Vale Primary School in Devon, UK is seeking a proactive Parent Support Advisor and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to strengthen family engagement and safeguarding support for pupils. You will liaise with school staff, external agencies and the SEND team to ensure emotional, social and academic thriving.

A DBS check is required and visits may be arranged. The role involves handling confidential cases, developing links with a range of stakeholders, and contributing to CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting.
• Ability to build links with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Capability to handle sensitive, confidential case work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to undertake CPD opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Work with families to break down barriers to engagement in education.
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead in collaboration with safeguarding officers.
• Support SEND and Inclusion Lead with administrative and practical tasks.
• Coordinate with external agencies and school staff to ensure positive outcomes for pupils.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Confidential case handling

CPD willingness

Administrative support

Job description

Lipson Vale Primary School in Devon, UK is seeking a proactive Parent Support Advisor and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to strengthen family engagement and safeguarding support for pupils. You will liaise with school staff, external agencies and the SEND team to ensure emotional, social and academic thriving.

A DBS check is required and visits may be arranged. The role involves handling confidential cases, developing links with a range of stakeholders, and contributing to CPD opportunities