Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Non‑Teaching)

We are seeking a highly organised, dedicated Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our pastoral team. Working closely with the Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral), you will play a crucial role in safeguarding students by managing referrals, maintaining accurate records, liaising with external agencies, and ensuring the effective use of safeguarding systems across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on safeguarding concerns, receiving and acting on information, liaising with students, families, staff, and external agencies.
• Manage and quality‑assure safeguarding records using CPOMS, including triaging referrals.
• Monitor Smoothwall alerts and ensure compliance with online safety standards (Filtering & Monitoring).
• Contribute to multi‑agency work, including TAF/TAC meetings, case conferences, strategy meetings and other statutory processes.
• Maintain confidential, GDPR‑compliant safeguarding records and report harmful sexual behaviour in line with statutory and Ofsted requirements.
• Prepare impartial reports for Local Authorities and external agencies.
• Work alongside pastoral leaders and the Attendance Team to identify and support students whose wellbeing or home circumstances may impact learning.
• Conduct home visits where required to help ensure students are safe and well.
• Collaborate with external partners involved in the school’s “Supporting Families” offer.
• Support supervision duties, contribute to staff meetings and school events, and uphold the school’s values and professional standards.

About You

• Experienced in safeguarding and multi‑agency partnership working.
• Highly organised, calm under pressure, with strong communication skills.
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Committed to the welfare of young people and continuous professional development