Our client, a prestigious organisation in private secondary education, is seeking a Director of Safeguarding to join their team.
This new role will work in close co-operation with the Heads of Year, Heads of Section, and the Usher (Senior Deputy Head). The Director of Safeguarding will be the lead DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead). As part of their overall responsibility for safeguarding in the school, the Director of Safeguarding will be expected to be available to lead on safeguarding matters through the majority of school holidays, organising a rota of other members of the DSL team to cover any periods of leave.
The Director of Safeguarding will have a proven track record of commitment to and an understanding of safeguarding and pastoral care, including statutory requirements and regular updating of training.
As a member of the school’s Extended Leadership Team, they will attend a wide range of school meetings and governor committees, and play a key role in the development and implementation of whole school strategy.
The role is year-round, and in term time the Director of Safeguarding will be expected to engage regularly with pupil facing activities such as the Community Service Organisation, clubs, societies, and co-curricular activities.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Policies and Compliance
- Operations and Training
- Culture, raising awareness, and support for staff
- Working with others and External Agencies
Please contact us for a full and detailed job specification
The Candidate
The successful candidate will:
- take a keen interest in the welfare of pupils and show clear commitment to safeguarding children;
- be well-qualified;
- have the ability to coordinate and support the work of colleagues at all levels;
- be open-minded, and have the ability to manage change and the capacity and willingness to work flexibly, including beyond the specific remit of this role, as an active member of the Extended Leadership Team;
- show sensitivity and discretion;
- have a high profile/ high visibility and a sense of humour;
- have strong IT skills, including data handling and analysis;
- have outstanding interpersonal skills and strong leadership qualities;
- have excellent written and spoken communication skills and communicate effectively with pupils, parents, staff and the local community;
- have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a wider team;
- display a high level of attention to detail;
- be willing to take part in continuing professional development;
- respond positively to feedback;
- support the progress of all pupils studying by engaging regularly with pupil facing activities
- set clear expectations for pupil behaviour within an encouraging school environment;
- work hard to support pupil progress;
In return my client offers a competetive salary and comprehensive benefits package.