At Bodmin College, we are proud to be on a determined journey of improvement. Central to this journey is our unwavering commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. We are now seeking a passionate, skilled and dedicated Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring our school is a safe and nurturing environment where every young person can thrive.

The Role

As Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will:

Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to manage safeguarding and child protection across the school.

Be a key point of contact for staff, students, and families, offering guidance and support when concerns arise.

Help embed a culture of vigilance, care, and high expectations in safeguarding practice across the school.

Liaise with external agencies and professionals to secure the very best support for our students.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Have a passion for safeguarding and child protection and ideally experience within a school or children’s services setting.

A strong communicator, able to build trust and positive relationships with staff, students, and families.

Organised, resilient, and calm under pressure, with excellent attention to detail.

Deeply committed to ensuring that every child is safe, supported, and able to achieve their potential.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a school community that is ambitious, supportive, and committed to positive change.

Work alongside an experienced DSL and senior leadership team who value safeguarding at the highest level.

Access high-quality professional development and training to enhance your expertise.

Make a tangible difference to the lives of young people every single day.

If you are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a school on a strong improvement journey and you share our belief that safeguarding is the foundation of success, we would love to hear from you. For more information, please contact K. O'Mara, Deputy Headteacher, at komara@bodmin.celtrust.org

Cornwall Education Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment checks and references including an enhanced DBS check.