Designated Safeguarding & Pastoral Lead

We are seeking an experienced Designated Safeguarding & Pastoral Lead to join our leadership team in the Royston area. This is a rewarding role for a dedicated professional looking to make a positive impact in a specialist educational and care environment, supporting young people with complex learning and physical needs.

Location: Near Royston, Hertfordshire/Cambridgeshire border
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 per annum

As the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you will be responsible for managing safeguarding matters, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and students in both educational and residential settings. This role requires a strong leader with the experience and knowledge to guide safeguarding policies and pastoral care in line with statutory guidelines and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the safeguarding process, receiving and managing referrals and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies and statutory guidelines
• Lead and develop site practices around behaviour management, attendance, and safeguarding, implementing policies effectively
• Provide behaviour and safeguarding training to staff and ensure consistent policy adherence across the team
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, staff, and external agencies regarding the progress of students and intervention strategies
• Support Service Leads with strategic development in pastoral, wellbeing, and preparing for adulthood, contributing to policy review and formation
• Maintain strong compliance practices, conducting audits, and supporting during OFSTED and CQC inspections

Qualifications and Experience:

• DSL Level 3 training (or higher) and experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English & Maths
• Proven experience in developing pastoral interventions within a special needs environment
• Background in leadership within a residential setting (e.g., Children's or Adult Care Home) is highly desirable
• Knowledge of ASD intervention strategies, such as TEACCH or Attention Autism
• Strong track record of translating policy into effective practice and managing complex situations

If you are passionate about safeguarding and pastoral care and have the skills and experience to lead in this area, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role. Join us in providing a safe, supportive environment for young people with special needs.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'