Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead​/Family Liaison Officer

We are seeking an exceptional and committed Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our busy, inclusive, non-selective mixed secondary school. Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and wider pastoral team, you will play a vital role in promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of every student. The successful candidate will be calm, compassionate and highly organised, with the confidence to manage complex and sensitive safeguarding concerns, maintain accurate records and work effectively with families and external agencies.

You will need sound professional judgement, excellent communication skills and a thorough understanding of current safeguarding guidance and procedures. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about ensuring that all young people—whatever their background or circumstances—feel safe, supported and able to thrive.

In return, we will offer you:

• An incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders
• Comprehensive induction programme with a commitment to CPD
• Care First employee assistance programme
• Non-contributory membership of Benenden private health care cover
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Two-week half term in October
• Cycle to work scheme

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. For further information and to arrange a school visit, please contact Louise Campbell on or via email

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications

Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory "Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check".

At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.