Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

As the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will lead on safeguarding cases and deputise for the DSL. Working under the direction of the Director of Safeguarding you will support the learning, progress and care of students, to help them achieve their Personal Best.

At Royds Hall, we are proud to offer:

A supportive and ambitious environment where all students are encouraged to go beyond what they think they can achieve and to enjoy learning, helping them to lead successful, healthy and happy lives

A vibrant place to work which equips staff to deliver their best every day, under the strong belief that Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best is the key

A commitment that staff are happy, engaged and well supported at work, taking pride in students’ attendance, behaviour, progress and development as well as their own

Excellent training and guidance relevant to individual job roles, so expectations are understood and staff are motivated

Great benefits, as an employer of choice, including outstanding CPD, supportive line management, and meaningful networking opportunities across the trust to aid personal development

Supportive leadership, encouraging healthy work-life balance

A high-quality teaching and learning environment, alongside good facilities

A culture where children are happy, settled and confident, accessing a broad and balanced curriculum which provides a memorable educational experience for pupils and staff.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be qualified in GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade 4 / C)
• Have knowledge and understanding of Child protection and safeguarding procedures
• Be committed to our ethos that all pupils can achieve their personal best at Royds Hall Academy
• Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate, safe to work with children.

Please refer to the attached Application Pack for more information on the key outputs and expertise required for this role.