Designated Safeguarding Lead

Description

Designated Safeguarding Lead - Worksop

£28,000 - £35,000 | Full Time (40 hours/week)

New School Opening 2026

Step into a thrilling new chapter!

Become our client’s Designated Safeguarding Lead and take charge at their brand-new school opening soon in Worksop!

Be at the heart of shaping a safe, supportive culture from day one—leading on safeguarding, championing student wellbeing, and helping every child feel protected, empowered, and ready to succeed!

About client

Our client is dedicated to delivering specialist therapeutic education services to young people and providing support for their families.

Their mission is to create an environment where every pupil can thrive and achieve their full potential. With a track record of outstanding and good ratings from Ofsted, they are committed to excellence in education.

Key Responsibilities

Support students with individual needs and build their confidenceLead safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding LeadProvide excellent pastoral careContribute to school improvement plansIdentify and report safeguarding trends to senior leadersBuild strong links with professional services and the communityKeep accurate records of behaviour incidentsSupport behaviour and safeguarding across the school as neededRequirements

A strong passion for supporting students with SENDAt least 2 years’ experience in a SEND setting or similar provisionCommitment as a Designated Safeguarding Lead, believing every child deserves an outstanding educationExperience in a safeguarding role within educationBenefits of clients Group

NEST enhanced pension schemeStaff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend and split a £500 referral bonus between youEnhanced maternity and paternity payAccess to a blue light discount card Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleaguesEnhanced pay scales based on experience and qualificationsEmployee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts Life assuranceCommitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.

Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ad ID: 5416927467