Senior Safeguarding Lead & Student Welfare Officer

Raindance film school; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

CPD and specialised training

Complimentary access to Raindance film

Masterclasses and networking events

Job summary

Raindance Film School in London seeks a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) & Student Welfare Officer to champion safeguarding and student wellbeing across the institution. You will be the primary contact for disclosures and will manage complex case work for a diverse student body, including ages 16-18 and adults, ensuring compliance with UK guidance.

The role requires collaboration with the SLT, delivery of inductions and training, data reporting to the Board, and development of preventative

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role within UK HE/FE or sixth-form
• Level 3 safeguarding training (ideal)
• Strong knowledge of KCSIE, the Prevent duty, and safeguarding in the arts context

Responsibilities

• Case management and referrals to external agencies when needed.
• Ensure compliance with KCSIE, Prevent, and Equality Act in policies and practice.
• Maintain confidential safeguarding records and risk assessments.
• Design and deliver safeguarding inductions and refresher training for staff.
• Develop proactive student welfare initiatives focusing on mental health and safety.
• Provide anonymised data and trend analyses to SLT and Board of Governors.

Skills

DSL experience

KCSIE knowledge

Communication

Crisis management

Film industry context

DBS check

Education

Level 3 safeguarding training

Job description

Raindance Film School in London seeks a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) & Student Welfare Officer to champion safeguarding and student wellbeing across the institution. You will be the primary contact for disclosures and will manage complex case work for a diverse student body, including ages 16-18 and adults, ensuring compliance with UK guidance.

The role requires collaboration with the SLT, delivery of inductions and training, data reporting to the Board, and development of preventative