Designated Safeguarding Lead

Responsibilities:

-Managing referrals

- Refer cases of suspected abuse to the local authority children’s social care

- Support staff who make referrals to local authority children’s social care

-Refer cases to the Channel programme where there is a radicalisation concern

- Refer cases to the Disclosure and Barring Service where a person is dismissed or left due to risk or harm to a child

- Refer cases where a crime may have been committed to the police

- Keep detailed, accurate and secure written records of concerns and referrals

- Ensure the school’s child protection policies are known, understood and used appropriately

- Work with the governing board to ensure the school child protection policy is reviewed annually (as a minimum) and the procedures and implementation are updated and reviewed regularly

-Ensure the safeguarding policy is available and easily accessible to everyone in the school community

- Ensure that parents have read the safeguarding policy, and are aware that referrals about suspected abuse or neglect may be made, and the role of the school in this

- Be alert to the specific needs of children in need, those with special educational needs and young carers

- Encourage a culture of listening to children among all staff, ensuring that children’s feelings are heard where the school puts measures in place to protect them

Requirements:
- Proven work experience as a Safeguarding Lead
- Strong observation and surveillance skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £17.00-£18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Deputy designated Safeguarding Lead