Safeguarding Manager - Operational DSL

Safeguarding Manager (Operational Designated Safeguarding Lead) 37 hours per week, Full Time, Full Year Grade J-K: £45,267 to £53,440 per annum We are seeking an experienced, compassionate and strategic safeguarding professional to join St Brendan's Sixth Form College as our Safeguarding Manager (Operational Designated Safeguarding Lead). This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for leading operational safeguarding, child protection and student wellbeing services across the College.

About the Role As the College's Operational Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you will oversee all safeguarding and child protection activity, providing expert leadership, guidance and decision-making on complex safeguarding matters. You will manage safeguarding referrals, complex cases, multi-agency working, safeguarding training, policy development and operational leadership of safeguarding services across the College. Working closely with the Assistant Principal and College Leadership Team, you will lead safeguarding and wellbeing services, support operational and strategic safeguarding priorities, and ensure the College maintains the highest standards of safeguarding practice.

About You Has substantial experience within safeguarding, child protection, student support or pastoral leadership. Holds significant knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Working Together to Safeguard Children and the Prevent Duty. Has experience of managing complex safeguarding and child protection cases. Has experience of leading teams and developing colleagues. Can confidently work with external agencies and represent the College at multi-agency meetings.

Possesses excellent communication, influencing and decision-making skills. Can analyse safeguarding trends and data to drive service improvement. Is resilient, professional and committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding practice. Holds a Designated Safeguarding Lead qualification.

Key Responsibilities Lead the College's day-to-day safeguarding and child protection provision. Manage safeguarding referrals, risk assessments and multi-agency working . Provide expert advice and guidance on safeguarding matters across the College. Lead and support Safeguarding Officers and Student Wellbeing colleagues. Act as operational lead for Prevent and Channel referrals. Deliver safeguarding training and contribute to policy development. Monitor safeguarding trends and ensure accurate safeguarding records are maintained.

Support strategic safeguarding reporting and continuous improvement activity. Why Join St Brendan's? At St Brendan's, we are proud of our inclusive, supportive and ambitious community. We are committed to helping every student achieve their full potential and recognise the vital role safeguarding plays in enabling young people to thrive. As part of our Safeguarding Team you will have the opportunity to shape safeguarding practice across the College, make a meaningful impact on students' lives and contribute to a culture where students feel safe, supported and valued.

Safeguarding Statement St Brendan's Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all other safer recruitment checks in line with statutory guidance. Important Information for Applicants We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place before the closing date. The use of generative AI in applications is monitored. Any use of AI to support your application must be declared. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements.