Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week (9am–5pm)
Location: Godstone, Surrey
Contract: Permanent
About the Orpheus Centre
Orpheus Centre is an independent specialist college and registered charity supporting disabled young adults aged 18–25 through the performing and visual arts. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, we are driven by values – joyful, bold, inclusive, resilient and determined – and vision of an inclusive world where every young person can achieve their aspirations.
The Role
We are looking for a dedicated Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to support the Head of Care in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all learners, staff and volunteers. The successful candidate will lead day‑to‑day safeguarding operations, support a team of Deputy Safeguarding Officers and deputise for the Designated Safeguarding Lead when required.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as point of contact for safeguarding concerns, disclosures and referrals.
* Support and deputise for the Designated Safeguarding Lead as required.
* Maintain accurate and confidential safeguarding records.
* Liaise with local authorities, MASH and external safeguarding partners.
* Deliver safeguarding and PREVENT training to staff and volunteers.
* Monitor safeguarding data and trends, supporting development of effective strategies and reports.
* Contribute to policy reviews, audits and compliance processes.
About You
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding best practice and legislation.
* Experience managing or supporting safeguarding cases.
* Excellent communication, record‑keeping and IT skills.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
* Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A–C) or equivalent including Maths and English.
* Recent safeguarding training (Level 4 or willingness to complete).
* Experience working in education, care or SEND settings.
* Experience liaising with external safeguarding bodies.
* Knowledge of PREVENT and GDPR.
* Makaton skills.
Why Join Us?
At Orpheus, you will be part of a passionate, creative and inclusive team making a real difference in the lives of young people. We offer:
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* A friendly, collaborative and supportive working environment.
* The chance to help shape the safeguarding culture of a unique arts‑based educational charity.
Safeguarding & Equality
Orpheus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users. As part of our safer recruitment process and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online searches will form part of this process. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is therefore subject to an Enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure Barring Service.
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Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
£30,000 per annum
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