Student Development Champion - Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

The Basildon Academies; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking academy as a Student Development Champion, where you will play a vital role in safeguarding and supporting students. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a dedicated pastoral team, helping learners overcome barriers to their education. You will assist in safeguarding efforts, engage with various agencies, and contribute to the welfare of children in a nurturing environment. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to motivate and challenge students, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere that fosters your professional growth while making a real impact on young lives.

Benefits

Professional Development Support

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing safeguarding in a school or relevant organization.
• Excellent record-keeping skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead in all safeguarding matters.
• Advise staff on child welfare and liaise with relevant agencies.

Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Record Keeping

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Confidentiality Maintenance

Education

DSL Level 3 Qualification

Level 2 Qualification in Safeguarding

Tools

CPOMS

Job description

Salary Range: Band 4 FTE £30,209 - £33,400. Actual starting salary £25,909 with performance-based yearly increments available.

Working weeks: 39 weeks (Term Time) and Parent/Open evening as required.

Working Hours: 37 hours per week (08:00-16:00 Mon-Thurs and 08:00 – 15:30 Fri).

Our Student Development Champions (SDC's) are non-teaching team members that provide the support to enable our learners to overcome barriers to learning. This is a unique opportunity to join a successful academy as part of a supportive and very hard-working pastoral team.

As an SDC with a remit as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), you will assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in all matters of safeguarding and child protection across the school.

You may take part in strategy discussions and inter-agency meetings, and contribute to the assessment of children. You will advise and support other members of staff on child welfare and child protection matters, and may liaise with relevant agencies such as the local authority and police.

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• Possess a DSL Level 3 and Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in safeguarding adults & children or be willing to undergo training.
• Experience of managing safeguarding in a school or other relevant organisation.
• Excellent record-keeping skills and attention to detail to produce reports, take minutes of meetings, and document safeguarding concerns.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with relevant agencies.
• Knowledge of legislation and guidance on safeguarding and working with young people, including knowledge of the responsibilities of schools and other agencies.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Knowledge of CPOMS is an advantage.

We are an aspirational academy operating across two sites. The Lower Academy specialises in the teaching of our Key Stage 3 students, whilst the Upper Academy specialises in teaching Key Stage 4 and 5. The appointed Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead will initially be based at the Lower Academy.

We are dedicated to supporting staff to build a fulfilling career. As a new member of staff, you will be offered excellent support and development.

If you can engage, motivate and challenge our students to make exceptional progress, then we welcome your application. Please download and complete our application form and return it to our Recruitment & Cover Coordinator, Olivia Faustino.

Closing Date: Friday 17th January

Position available: ASAP/ Start date negotiable

The Basildon Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to DBS and health checks.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications or are able to fill the position faster than originally anticipated.