Senior Safeguarding Lead

The Methodist Church in Britain; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to staff development

Staff wellbeing focus

Job summary

Childwall Sports & Science Academy is seeking a Senior Safeguarding Lead to join the Academy Leadership Team to oversee safeguarding across the school and Sixth Form, including any alternative provision. You will ensure arrangements comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education and foster a school-wide culture of shared safeguarding responsibility.

The role requires a qualified DSL or willingness to train promptly, up-to-date safeguarding training, and experience managing complex safeguarding

Qualifications

• Qualified DSL, or willingness to complete DSL training promptly.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training.
• Degree in a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Training in trauma-informed practice, mental health first aid or Motivational Interviewing.

Responsibilities

• Hold lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the whole school, including Sixth Form and alternative provision.
• Ensure safeguarding arrangements are robust, responsive and compliant with statutory guidance, including KCSIE.
• Champion a culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
• Support pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Skills

KCSIE knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Calm temperament

Education

Degree in related field

Trauma-informed / MHFA training

Job description

This senior post sits on the Academy Leadership Team at Childwall Sports & Science Academy. The holder leads child protection across the whole school, including Sixth Form and any alternative provision, keeping arrangements aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The role stands out for building a school-wide culture in which every adult owns safeguarding, alongside managing complex casework. Candidates must be a DSL or ready to train promptly, and no visa sponsorship is available.

What the job involves

• Hold lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the whole school, including Sixth Form and alternative provision
• Ensure safeguarding arrangements are robust, responsive and compliant with statutory guidance, including KCSIE
• Champion a culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility
• Support pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally

What’s required

Qualifications

• Qualified DSL, or willingness to complete DSL training promptly
• Up-to-date safeguarding training
• Degree in a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Training in trauma-informed practice, mental health first aid or Motivational Interviewing

Experience

• Safeguarding experience within an education or related setting

Skills & knowledge

• Strong knowledge of KCSIE and safeguarding practice
• Confidence in managing complex casework and decision-making
• Calm, resilient and professional temperament
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships with students, families and staff

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS and other relevant checks with statutory bodies
• Right to work in the UK, as no Skilled Worker sponsor licence is held
• Declaration of unspent convictions and cautions and other relevant matters; filtered offences need not be declared

What’s offered

• Commitment to staff development
• Focus on staff wellbeing