Job Opportunity: Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead & Pastoral Support
Location:Birmingham
Salary: (£28,598 – £31,537 FTE / £26,324 – £29,030 actual)
Hours: 37.5 per week, Term Time + 2 week

Closing Date:Friday 21st November 2025, 9:00am
Interview Date: Monday 1st December 2025

About the Role
We are seeking a committed and compassionate Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to join our safeguarding and pastoral team. This is a vital role supporting the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in ensuring the welfare, safety, and wellbeing of all students.

You will act as a key point of contact for safeguarding concerns, referrals, and multi-agency work, while also providing pastoral support to help students achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities

- Support the DSL in managing referrals to social care, police, and other agencies.
- Act as safeguarding lead in the DSL’s absence.
- Maintain accurate records of welfare and child protection concerns.
- Raise awareness of safeguarding policies and ensure staff training needs are met.
- Contribute to Prevent Duty responsibilities, including risk assessments and staff training.
- Provide pastoral support, mentoring, and family liaison to help students thrive.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone with:

- Level 3 qualifications or equivalent experience.
- Safeguarding training and experience in multi-agency working.
- Strong communication, record-keeping, and ICT skills.
- Experience supporting children and families in difficulty.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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