Designated Safeguarding Lead

6 months ago

London, United Kingdom Inspired Full time

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 100 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 80,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.

In over 24 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

**ROLE SUMMARY**:

- We have an exciting opportunity for a Designated Safeguarding Lead at King’s InterHigh to support the welfare and protection of the young people who attend our school. You will work primarily from home as this is remote position. The Designated Safeguarding Lead will report to the school’s Executive Headteacher. This specification outlines the extent of the duties and responsibilities related to the DSL element of the role.-
- This role encompasses leading best safeguarding practice across the school, ensuring that staff are trained in safeguarding to a high standard, that the school follows the required safeguarding guidance, that safeguarding concerns are addressed in a timely manner, and that appropriate actions is taken expeditiously to ensure the protection and safety of the young people attending our school.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Manage and update child protection files on the school's safeguarding platform, ensuring confidentiality and security.
- Maintain detailed records of concerns, follow-ups, actions, decisions, and outcomes, including referral information.
- Control file access strictly to authorized personnel, adhering to KCSIE information sharing guidelines.
- Securely transfer child protection files to new schools, confirming receipt and sharing additional information as appropriate.
- Provide support and advice to staff on safeguarding, liaise with safeguarding partners, and inform leadership of significant issues.
- Collaborate with SEN Services and external agencies on student wellbeing and mental health, and engage parents in safeguarding efforts.
- Lead in promoting educational outcomes for children with safeguarding needs, tracking their progress and supporting staff in addressing their educational needs.
- Manage referrals to local authority children's social care, the Channel programme, DBS, and police, and seek MASH advice when needed.
- Raise awareness by ensuring staff understand child protection policies, reviewing policies annually, and promoting educational outcomes for vulnerable children.

**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE**:

- Qualified to Degree level (e.g. Bachelor’s)
- Experience of leading safeguarding in an educational setting for a minimum of 2 years
- Possess a sound knowledge of safeguarding in the UK context
- Have experience working with young people e.g. as a social worker, or in a Youth Group setting
- Experience of safeguarding in an international context (not an essential criteria)
- Knowledge of education in the British-style and the associated processes and procedures
- Experience of working with IT that assists the effective execution of the DSL role
- Ability to differentiate your approach with colleagues to meet the needs of the team

**SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT**
- Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. #LINK

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