Overview
We are Witherslack Group, a leading provider of special education and care. You will support safeguarding across schools as a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate with DSLs, Head Teachers, and Safeguarding Lead to ensure robust safeguarding practice.
* Support schools in the development and delivery of safeguarding training.
* Lead safeguarding audits and support action plans from audit findings.
* Provide expert advice to DSLs/DDSLs and manage safeguarding record keeping.
* Contribute to partnership working between different teams within Witherslack Group.
Qualifications
* Minimum 5 years experience as a DSL in a school, with exposure to a variety of agencies.
* Strong knowledge of national safeguarding policy, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and wider legislation.
* Proven advisory and training skills, with a portfolio of CPD in safeguarding and child protection.
* Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills.
* Experience of developing and delivering training and undertaking audits in relation to safeguarding.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience) plus medical cover.
Remote role – travel required across the North East and North West.
Closing date: 9th November. Interviews: 21st November.
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