Deputy Designate Safeguarding Lead/attendance Lead - Rotherham, United Kingdom - Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

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Job description

Central Learning Partnersip Trust

East Dene Primary

Doncaster Road

East Dene

Rotherham

S65 2DF
Post -
CLPT2- CLPT27
Salary -
£31,099 - £33,820
Actual Salary -
£27,711 - £30,136 FTE - (pro-rata dependant on Continuous Service Date)

Job Term -
Full Time
Appointment Type -
Permanent.

Hours -
37 hours' p/w Term Time + 10 days' non-term time

East Dene Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and resilient Safeguarding Officer/Deputy Designated Lead to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children in the school and to coordinate the support needed to ensure students' safety and welfare at all times.

East Dene Primary school is rated "good" by Ofsted and is situated in the centre of Rotherham.

We are a one and a half form entry primary school, who are seeking to appoint a motivated, dedicated and driven DDSL and Attendance lead.

We are an inclusive and friendly school which has a diverse catchment at the heart of our community.

We are an Academy School, part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT) and work collaboratively across the 3 schools in our community.

We strive to ensure our children receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning and ensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be.

Key purpose of the post

The deputy designated safeguarding lead is responsible for supporting the DSL in ensuring that child protection files are kept up to date.

Other key aspects of the role are:

Managing day to day safeguarding and child protection
Keep the Designated Safeguarding Lead updated on all child protection and safeguarding issues
Trained to Level 3 in safeguarding and in the short

- or long-term absence of the Designated Safeguarding Lead carry out those functions necessary to ensure the ongoing safety and protection of students

Act as a source of support, advice and expertise for all staff;
Act as a point of contact with the safeguarding partners;
Liaise with the headteacher and school social worker to inform them of issues
As required, liaise with the case manager and the local authority designated officer(s) (LADO) for child protection concerns in cases which concern a staff member;
Liaise with staff on matters of safety and safeguarding and welfare and when deciding whether to make a referral;
Promote supportive engagement with parents and/or carers;
Work with the headteacher and school social worker and relevant strategic leads, taking responsibility for promoting educational outcomes by knowing the welfare, safeguarding and child protection issues that children in need are experiencing

We are looking for someone who is:

Flexible, adaptable and creative and able to respond positively to change

Has a drive for excellence and a desire to be outstanding.
Is highly organised, motivated and driven to succeed.
Is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of ALL students.
Is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students.
Has experience of working in Children's Social Care, Residential Care and/or Education.
Will uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school

In return we can offer:

Strong supportive partnerships with parents and the wider community
A happy, stimulating and safe learning environment
Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards
A strong supportive and highly experienced leadership team and governing body
Opportunities for professional development, coaching and mentoring and succession planning
A school social worker to offer regular supervision, guidance and advice.

Closing date - 12 Noon Monday 18th September 2023

Shortlisting - Tuesday 19th September 2023

Interviews - Monday 25th
of September 2023
The CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.