Edenthorpe Hall Academy have an exciting opportunity for a Designated Safeguarding Lead to join their team!

The purpose of the role is to lead safeguarding, child protection and online safety, with the aim of ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of our students is a clear priority and to provide sustainable, high-quality, leadership in order to create a strong culture of safeguarding. 

What we are looking for: 

• A highly effective or aspiring Deputy Safeguarding Lead, who can motivate and encourage colleagues to the shared vision
• Aligned to our values and mission. If you are the type of person who fits with our culture, you will love working here
• Someone who passionately believes that all children can achieve, no matter what their starting point, background or needs. Someone that does not make excuses for what children can achieve. 

About Us:

At Edenthorpe Hall we are committed to helping pupils to achieve the best they possibly can in life. Our dedicated staff strive to ensure that pupils at our school are given the best education possible. They are supportive and nurturing in the way they work – pupils well-being is at the forefront of everything we do. We pride ourselves on an inclusive curriculum that ensures all pupils are able to access their learning and make good progress.

In return, we can offer you:

• Amazing children who love learning and are increasingly eager to achieve
• A commitment to your wellbeing and work-life balance: free access to our mental health and wellbeing app ‘wisdom’
• A positive culture where everyone is valued and respected
• A commitment to your own professional development
• Access to the South Yorkshire Pension Scheme

Interested in applying?

Please see the attached Applicant Brief for more information, and don't hesitate to get in touch to arrange a visit to the school or to find out more.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early - please apply as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. 

The Astrea Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required.

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks. We reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window should suitable applicants be identified.