Pastoral Lead / Designated Safeguarding Lead

Positive Futures Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Positive Futures Recruitment is partnering with a specialist school in Derby to appoint a Pastoral Lead & Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). The role focuses on safeguarding, pastoral care and wellbeing for pupils with ASC and SEMH needs.

You’ll lead on safeguarding, support attendance and behaviour, coordinate risk assessments and wellbeing programmes, and work closely with families and external agencies. Term: 12 months fixed, 40 hours per week, £31,969–£34,902 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people, preferably in SEN/ASC/SEMH.
• Safeguarding knowledge; DSL Level 3 desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• Good communication and organisational skills; ICT proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding, pastoral care and wellbeing across the school.
• Support attendance, punctuality, behaviour and engagement.
• Advise staff on ASC and SEMH strategies and oversee risk assessments.
• Coordinate wellbeing and pastoral programmes and work with external agencies.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building

Communication skills

Behaviour management

ICT proficiency

Driving licence

Job description

Pastoral Lead / Designated Safeguarding Lead (BH-1788-1)

Location Derby, England Sector Education & Training Salary £31,969.00 to £34,902.00 per annum

Pastoral Lead / Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Salary: £31,969 to £34,902 (£15.37 - £16.78 per hour)
Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term (12 months)
Location: Derby
Hours: 40 per week

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about safeguarding, wellbeing and building strong, trusting relationships with young people? This is a rewarding opportunity to join a specialist school supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

We are seeking a committed Pastoral Lead & Designated Safeguarding Lead to play a central role in promoting safety, welfare, engagement and personal development across the school.

This is a hands on, relational leadership role where you’ll work closely with pupils, staff, families and external professionals to help young people overcome barriers and thrive.

The Role

• Lead on safeguarding, pastoral care and wellbeing across the school
• Provide targeted support around anxiety, resilience, self?esteem and emotional regulation
• Support attendance, punctuality, behaviour and engagement
• Advise staff on effective ASC and SEMH strategies
• Oversee Student Support Plans, Risk Assessments and pastoral interventions
• Support pupils through transitions and future pathways
• Build strong relationships with families and external agencies
• Monitor risk and help reduce behaviours that cause concern
• Deliver or coordinate wellbeing, social skills and pastoral programmes
• Support and develop staff to ensure consistent approaches

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone calm, caring, organised and passionate about helping young people succeed.

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within SEN, ASC or SEMH
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience (DSL Level 3 desirable)
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Knowledge of behaviour management and pastoral support
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confidence using ICT and electronic systems
• A flexible, approachable and resilient attitudeExperience or qualifications in counselling, psychology, mental health or pastoral support (desirable)
• A full driving licence

Why Join?

This is a chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, specialist environment where every interaction matters. You’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to helping young people feel safe, valued and empowered.