Child Safeguarding Specialist

2 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom MLK Education Search Full time

Job Overview

The role of Deputy Safeguarding Manager at a prestigious therapeutic school involves supporting the Senior Vice Principal for Safeguarding across all schools in Lambeth and Chelmsford. The successful applicant will be responsible for safeguarding, including liaison with external agencies, responding to concerns, compiling reports, and attending meetings.

About Us

MLK Education Search is excited to be supporting this 'Outstanding' Independent, trauma-centred therapeutic group of schools in London and Essex who are seeking to appoint a Deputy Safeguarding Manager from January 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position is up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience, with competitive salaries and opportunities for performance-linked progression. Additionally, you will receive an Apple MacBook to use at school and at home, a daily lunch cooked by outstanding school chefs, and opportunities for high-quality professional development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting staff inductions and training
  • Oversight of all pupils who are CP/CIN/CLA
  • Attending conferences and meetings and leading on safeguarding concerns and referrals

Requirements

  • Successful experience as a leader in a challenging setting (preferably with SEMH)
  • Outstanding experience as a D/DSL and leader (preferably in a school/social setting)
  • Fully-qualified social worker / DSL-level safeguarding training


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