Student Welfare Officer and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
De Lacy Academy is looking to appoint a Student Welfare Officer and DDSL to join our academy in November 2025 on a full‑time, permanent basis.
Job Details
* Job reference: REQ00005222
* Date posted: 01/10/2025
* Application closing date: 17/10/2025
* Location: Knottingley (De Lacy Academy)
* Salary: Grade G Points 20‑24 (£32,597‑£35,412 Full Time Equivalent). Minimum actual pro‑rata salary per annum: £29,606.24.
* Annual weeks: 41 (term‑time only plus 15 days)
* Contractual hours: 37
* Basis: Full time
* Job category/type: Education Support
Your new role
As a Student Welfare Officer you will assist in tackling underachievement by working in partnership with families, parents/carers, students and external agencies in a school context. You will help disadvantaged students gain full access to educational opportunities and overcome barriers to learning and participation. You will work directly with families in a non‑judgemental way, empowering them to make the most of the opportunities available.
In addition, you will support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in the academy in your role as Deputy DSL.
For the essential criteria and further information, please see the attached job description on our website.
Your new school
De Lacy Academy has recently been judged Outstanding by Ofsted. With nearly 900 pupils aged 11–16, the school is a busy and vibrant place, serving an ex‑mining area of Knottingley and surrounding communities. The academy is experiencing unprecedented growth and delivers excellent outcomes.
Why join us?
We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, a staff rewards budget, social events, a staff benefits scheme, and convenient access to high‑quality CPD. The school is located next door to Education House, the centre of Delta Academies Trust, and is accessible via the M62, A1 and a local train station.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high‑performing multi‑academy trust.
Benefits
Financial Wellbeing
* Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme
* Access to an extensive discounts platform
Physical Wellbeing
* 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you and your household
* Gym & fitness discounts
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Free annual flu jab
Mental Wellbeing
* Access to an industry‑leading Employee Assistance Programme
* Menopause Support Service
* Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
* Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
* Holiday entitlement: minimum 35 days (pro‑rata if working part time, dependent upon salary and continuous service), including statutory Bank Holidays.
In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.
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