Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School is a wonderful school in the heart of Sandwell which has been on a journey of rapid improvement.

In our most recent OFSTED report (April 2024) we achieved Good (Grade 2) in all areas including sixth form.

This most recent achievement, along with our Outstanding  section 48 report (April 2022) enables prospective candidates to develop themselves as teachers in a proud, successful and supportive school community.

We wish to appoint a Designated Safeguarding Lead here at Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School.  The safeguarding and wellbeing of our students is paramount and we are looking for an individual to be tenacious in ensuring the safety and welfare of all of our students, working under the direction of the MAC’s Secondary School Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead.  

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing safeguarding within the school and be a point of contact / intervention for all students, parents / carers and external agencies. Completing accurate, detailed and timely records is essential.

As a Catholic school, we are looking for someone who is motivated by achieving these things in ways that place Christ at the centre of all we say and do.  Therefore, a full commitment to the faith-life of the school is essential.  

This role represents an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and ambitious individual to take the next steps in their career with support from the MAC Secondary Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead.  You will have the highest expectations for all students and colleagues, share the belief that an excellent education and strong community are central to transforming lives and ensure that every student is given the opportunity and conditions to succeed.

There is opportunity to progress for the right candidate with our 6 feeder schools.

We are looking for an individual who

• Is able to advise and support other members of staff on child welfare and child protection matters.

• Is able to liaise with external agencies including the local authority and the police.

• Is passionate and has a positive attitude and excellent attention to detail.

• Is an excellent communicator, confident dealing with a number of different stakeholders.

• Has an excellent understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures and demonstrates a high standard of numeracy and literacy.

• Is committed to raising standards and improving the life-chances of student 

Visits are warmly welcomed, please email a.clews1@stuart-bathurst.org.uk to arrange