Designated Safeguarding Lead

We are looking for a Designated Safeguarding Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT/Brakenhale School and become an integral member of the Safeguarding team. The role provides structure and support for our school, and our students, demonstrating the highest quality and professional level of safeguarding. The successful candidate will join a team who are passionate about engaging and inspiring young people in their learning, while looking after their welfare. We are looking to recruit a colleague with both the commitment and relevant skills to drive our raising standards agenda across the whole ability range.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Ensure the school systems for monitoring, tracking and following up on safeguarding concerns are rigorously implemented and of a high quality.
• Develop the school’s relationship with the local authority, ensuring we utilise all existing support in improving attendance and ensuring the safety of the students.
• Hold the local authority to account for their responses to referrals.
• Ensure the school is compliant with annual safeguarding training and regular safeguarding updates.
• Work with various communities within Berkshire to build sound communication and trust.
• More responsibilities found in Job Pack

You will need:

• Safeguarding Awareness Training (previously known as Level 2)
• Designated Safeguarding Lead Course
• Studied to a minimum standard of GCSE (grad A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent in English and Maths
• More requirements found in Job Pack

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17th January 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.