We are looking for an Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Brakenhale School and become an integral member of the safeguarding team. You will have an integral role at our school, assisting the DSL with everything safeguarding related, making sure that our students have a safe and healthy environment to flourish in. You will be joining a great team at Brakenhale, where every person will play a part and cooperation is paramount here.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’ .
Main responsibilities:
* To ensure the school safeguarding systems are rigorous, robust, easy to use and impactful
* To develop and maintain a culture of safety and vigilance in the school
* To work closely with the attendance team, SENCO, and Senior Leadership Team ensuring that students don’t fall through a gap
* To follow up on each safeguarding concern that is raised by staff, referring cases of suspected abuse when necessary to the local authority children’s social care
* To provide data updates for SLT on a regular basis
* More responsibilities are found in the job pack
You will need:
* Safeguarding Awareness Training (previously known as Level 2)
* Good standard of education to at least GCSE Grade C/4 level or equivalent in English and Maths
* Experience of working with vulnerable children and/or adults
* Experience of working in a school environment
* Commitment to high standards and expectations
* Experience in training others
* Developing and maintaining good relationships with colleagues
* Excellent organisational skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Able to work constructively individually, and as part of a team
* More found in job pack
What’s in it for you:
* Professional development and career progression
* Generous pension scheme
* An Employee Assistance Programme
* Gym Discounts
* Free eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
* Green car scheme
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is the 14th April 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.