Designated Safeguarding Lead at Hemlock Stone School, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire (NG9 8GA)
Job Details
* Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
* Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
* Start: October 2026
* UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
At Hemlock Stone School, safeguarding isn’t just a responsibility—it’s at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for an experienced, confident and compassionate Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to take a pivotal leadership role in protecting and promoting the welfare of our pupils.
As DSL, you’ll lead with purpose, influence whole‑school culture and ensure every child feels safe, supported and able to thrive. You’ll take both strategic and operational leadership of safeguarding and child protection across the school, supporting staff, working with families and external agencies, and ensuring safeguarding practice is robust, proactive and embedded in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading safeguarding and child protection across the school, ensuring full compliance with statutory duties
* Acting as the main point of contact for safeguarding concerns, providing expert advice and guidance
* Supporting and challenging staff to maintain high standards of safeguarding practice
* Working closely with senior leaders to embed a strong safeguarding culture
* Representing the school in multi‑agency meetings, strategy discussions and assessments
* Building strong partnerships with local authorities, social care, police and external agencies
* Monitoring and reviewing safeguarding processes to ensure continuous improvement
About You
You are a knowledgeable and resilient safeguarding professional who leads with integrity, empathy and confidence.
* Proven leadership and management experience in a school or relevant setting
* Strong experience managing safeguarding and child protection processes
* Excellent ability to build relationships with children, families and professionals
* In‑depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation and guidance
* Confidence working with external agencies and multi‑disciplinary teams
* A proactive, calm and solution‑focused approach
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* \"Your Wellbeing Matters\" – mental health support and physical health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
o Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
o Hundreds of UK and international discounts
o Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
o Critical illness cover
o Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
Important Information
All applicants are required to undergo social media checks and, upon successful completion, a fully enhanced DBS check. The vacancy may be closed early if a high volume of suitable applications is received.
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