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Smile Education are recruiting for a deputy designated safeguarding lead to start immediately for a school in Aston.
 
This role will be full time Monday – Friday 08.00-16.00

Duties and Responsibilities:

To take responsibility for safeguarding children and child protection ensuring that the school meets its statutory requirements as laid out in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024
To support the DSL to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.
To be available for staff to discuss any safeguarding concerns
Support the DSL to address all identified training needs relating to safeguarding.
In agreement with the Headteacher, to deputise in the absence of the DSL.
Referring all cases of suspected abuse of any pupil at the school to the Local Authority children's social care, ensuring that a response is received and recorded
Making referrals to the police where a crime may have been committed which involves a child;
Undertaking early help assessments for identified pupils and their families, and acting as lead professional where appropriate
Taking part in strategy discussions and inter-agency meetings and/or supporting other staff to do so, and to contribute to the assessment of children;
Referring cases to the Channel programme (and supporting staff who make referrals) where there is a radicalisation concern;
Maintaining accurate and organised records of all welfare and child protection concerns brought to the attention of the school by staff, members of the public or other professionals
 
Why work with Smile Education?
 
Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists, with a proven record of assisting both experienced Teachers and Leaders, in addition to those starting their career. We are able to provide training and CPD opportunities and are proud to work with some of the largest academies trusts within your local area. We’re passionate about finding the perfect role for you!

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications