Ddsl/medical Lead - Southwark, United Kingdom - Harris Federation

Harris Federation

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Southwark, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Summary
We are looking for a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and Medical Lead to join us at Harris Academy Peckham.

About Us
Our vision at Harris Academy Peckham is to ensure every child achieves excellence in all aspects of academy life.

We have
high aspirations, both in terms of academic standards and personal development, in order to prepare your child for the demands of the 21st century global workplace.

We expect every child to excel, and will provide the necessary challenge and support to make this happen.

In line with all Harris Academies, we ensure that we prepare
engaging and innovative learning experiences for our students, within a disciplined context where
good manners, smart uniform and mature conduct are expected from all.

Main Areas of Responsibility

Your responsibilities will include:

Referring cases of suspected abuse to the local authority children's social care
Support staff who make referrals to local authority children's social care
Referring cases to the Channel programme where there is a radicalisation concern and supporting staff who make such referrals
Referring cases where a person is dismissed or left due to risk/harm to a child to the Disclosure and Barring Service
Referring cases where a crime may have been committed to the Police
Delivering safeguarding training
Line management of support staff
Preparing and presenting information to Academy Governors, ALG and Ofsted
Management of CPOMS, ensuring that Academy Staff are using it correctly
Being the first point of contact for administering first aid to students and staff
Being the named responsible officer for all first aid matters
Managing the register of suitably qualified first aiders, ensuring there is a sufficient number to comply with published ratios
Administration of student medication
Delivering specific medical related needs of students with individual Statements of Additional Needs
Administering and assisting with the programme of student medical examinations, assessments and inoculations
Advising and training staff (in conjunction with the Health Authority) in procedures which they may be expected to carry out in the absence of a trained nurse
Promoting health education in partnership with the teaching/support staff and the Health Authority
Ensuring that the highest possible standards of clinical procedures are maintained
Liaising with parents and medical personnel to satisfy the health needs of students
Ensuring suitable and sufficient stocks of first aid consumables and equipment
Working within current Child Protection Procedures and liaising with the campus nominated Child Protection Officer
Ensuring confidentiality of medical information
Ensuring uptodate clinical and professional practice is maintained

Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you if you have:

Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience in Multiethnic urban schools
Further qualification. Experience of working in an 1118 school
Evidence of continuous selfdevelopment and updated knowledge in safeguarding
A clear and good understanding of safeguarding issues
Sound knowledge of Microsoft software with knowledge of using a management Information system for input and export of student data Knowledge of the range of agencies that work with students and their families
Training in child protection and safeguarding procedures
Basic knowledge of first aid; eg. Emergency first aid
Knowledge of many of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

Next Steps

Rewards & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success.

We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre.

We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, and many other benefits.

Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Safeguarding Notice

Equal Opportunities

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected.

We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

Job Reference:
HF05397-HAP