Designated Safeguarding Lead - August 2025
About This Role
Main Purpose
The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is vital for maintaining the safety and welfare of students within the school environment. This role involves overseeing all facets of child protection and safeguarding, ensuring adherence to all safeguarding protocols, and serving as the main point of contact for any safeguarding issues that may arise.
Values
- Uphold and promote the ethos and standards of excellence as outlined in the GEMS Core Values.
- Collaborate closely with the Head of School (HOS) to develop effective and globally relevant teaching and learning practices. Implement the school's vision for high-quality, student-centered education at every level, aligned with GEMS’ commitment to outstanding education.
- Incorporate GEMS core values into the planning and execution of all curricular and co-curricular lessons and activities.
- Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Maintain composure and effectiveness in high-pressure situations.
- Show a dedication to ongoing professional growth.
- Display empathy and sensitivity when engaging with vulnerable students.
- Possess an understanding of mental health and wellbeing in children and young people.
- Exhibit strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Employ problem-solving and critical thinking skills effectively.
- Inspire and motivate others to achieve the best possible outcomes for students.