Description
The job itself
Hours: 37 hours per week 8am - 4pm, 3.30pm on a Friday
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate practitioner to join the Safeguarding Team at Bridlington School on a maternity cover basis. The role is to start ASAP to ensure an adequate handover with the post-holder.
The Role
This is a maternity cover role to join an established safeguarding team consisting of the Designated Safeguarding Lead, a second Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Attendance Officers and a First Aider.
As DDSL you will have a high profile around the school, you will be proactive in responding to CPOMS alerts and radio alerts from other members of staff. You will often be the first point of contact for students who are experiencing difficulties or are in need of support, so you will need to provide a trusted and accessible presence. Taking accurate statements and maintaining records is a key part of the role, as is working effectively with the rest of the safeguarding team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Monitoring of CPOMS alerts, prioritising them and liaising with all stakeholders
2. Escalation of serious incidents to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
3. Identifying where a safeguarding risk assessment is required
4. Attending strategy meetings and co-ordination of Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings
5. Completing duties to support supervision of students throughout the day
What We Offer
6. Access to a wide range of CPD and training opportunities, both internal and external.
7. Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities in areas of interest.
8. A strong commitment to staff wellbeing, including workload reduction measures.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
9. Extensive experience working with young people
10. A solid understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education
11. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust
12. The highest level of confidentiality to handle disclosures and safeguarding information
13. Organisational skills to manage accurate records and make referrals to external agencies
Bridlington School
Bridlington School is a successful 11-18 maintained school with over 1,000 students on roll, a number which is rising year on year as our reputation as a centre of excellence grows within the local area. We have a small but thriving sixth form; the growth of this is an ambition for the school.
Students are polite, respectful and keen to learn, 49% are entitled to free school meals, 25% are also on the SEN register predominantly due to difficulties with literacy and numeracy skills.
Application Process
If you would like to visit the school prior to submitting an application, please contact Sarah Knight on 01262 672593
Interviews are scheduled to take place on 20th March 2026.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is pursuing equality of opportunity in employment and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
*Term Time Working
Please note this vacancy is advertised for all year round and therefore is offered with a full time salary. Although this can at times be done remotely, there is an expectation that the safeguarding team continue to monitor CPOMS, attend Core Groups and maintain communication with social workers and other stakeholders throughout school closure periods.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is committed to equality of opportunity and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.