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Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Designated Safeguarding Lead to play a vital role in ensuring every student feels safe, supported and able to thrive. This is an opportunity to put students’ wellbeing at the heart of your work, responding promptly and sensitively to safeguarding concerns and acting as a trusted advocate for children and families.

Working closely with staff, parents and external agencies, you will help provide the right support at the right time, ensuring barriers to learning and wellbeing are identified and addressed early. You will contribute to a strong culture of safeguarding across the school, where positive relationships, shared responsibility and high standards help create a safe and inclusive environment for all.

This is a rewarding and varied role that offers the chance to make a meaningful impact every day, supporting vulnerable students, strengthening safeguarding practice and helping every child achieve their full potential.

About our School

Temple Moor High School and Sixth Form is a confident, outward-facing school, firmly embedded in the heart of our local community. Our ability to adapt to the evolving educational landscape means we are well placed to meet the needs and aspirations of all our learners, ensuring they thrive in a supportive and ambitious environment. 

As part of the Red Kite Learning Trust, we benefit from a culture of collaboration and professional generosity. This partnership supports our continued drive for excellence, both in the classroom and beyond. We believe we have found the ideal partner to help us raise standards even further and to realise our long-term vision: to become a centre of excellence at the heart of our community. 

Joining our team means becoming part of a forward-thinking, values-led organisation where staff are supported, challenged, and inspired to make a lasting impact. 

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 15.30%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Temple Moor High School and Sixth Form, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• Collaborative and proactive, working effectively with colleagues and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for young people
• Calm and resilient, able to manage sensitive situations and make informed decisions under pressure
• Committed to building positive relationships with students, fostering respect while maintaining high expectations
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, maintaining accurate records and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed effectively

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school ahead of applying for this opportunity. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Kirstie Fraser at FraserK@tmhs.rklt.co.uk.

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as received, so we encourage early submission. This role may close early, should a suitable candidate be found.