Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, St Johns, Wakefield
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
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Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, St Johns, Wakefield
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 days ago, 20 Jun | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 4fd293fe3bbd4a5fb29e6147292873e3
Location ref: St Johns, Wakefield
Full Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our Student Experience Team. This is a pivotal role which supports the Head of Safeguarding in ensuring that all students, especially those in vulnerable groups such as children in care and young adult carers are protected, supported and able to thrive in a safe and inclusive environment. You'll play a key part in maintaining and developing our Safeguarding strategy, delivering staff training and ensuring our safeguarding practice meets the highest standards. As Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, you'll liaise with external agencies, advocate for vulnerable learners and represent the Group in meetings such as Child Protection and Early Help reviews. You will be required to:
- Support the Head of Safeguarding in developing and implementing safeguarding policies and strategy
- Coordinate and deliver Safeguarding and Prevent training across the Group
- Conduct and oversee risk assessments for students presenting safeguarding concerns
- Liaise effectively with social workers, NHS services and other local safeguarding partners
- Act as the Designated Teacher for children in care, contributing to PEP and CiC reviews
You will be an experienced Safeguarding professional who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. - You will hold GCSEs in English and Maths A-C/9-4 or equivalent
- You will have completed DSL training
- A Level 4 qualification in a role related subject, and an IT qualification, e.g. ECDL or CLAIT or equivalent are desirable but not essential
- You should also have experience in a wide range of safeguarding work related practice and successful problem solving and conflict resolution
Generous Annual Leave (30 days + bank holidays + 5 College closure days) - Generous Contributory Pension Scheme with the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme
- Personal and Professional Development opportunities
- Discounted Metro Card Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to employee assistance programme
- Reduced price personal gym membership
- Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarkets and restaurants)
- Annual Staff Recognition Awards