Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Deputy Safeguarding Lead – 37 hours per week 8:30am – 5pm Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm Friday. £33,500.89 FTE fixed term to end of December 2026 (with potential to be extended)

Our client is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. They are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping their learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers. If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, they'd love to hear from you.

Are you passionate about safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people? Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Safeguarding Lead, based at their Weybridge campus.

In this vital role, as Deputy Safeguarding Lead, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety, happiness, and academic success of their students. Your role will also include:

• Implement and monitor effective safeguarding policies and procedures
• Provide support and guidance to students experiencing difficulties, including those with SEN
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for students
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students
• Deliver training and awareness-raising sessions on safeguarding and wellbeing
• Develop and implement action plans to address identified risks.

To fulfil the role of Deputy Safeguarding Lead you will have:

• Experience in a safeguarding or related role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding legislation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passionate about supporting young people and promoting their wellbeing

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Financial benefits and discounts
• Pension (TPS or LGPS)
• Free on-site parking
• Staff wellbeing and fitness resources
• Employee recognition schemes
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of their students

Our client is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.

Our client is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Pre‑employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references.

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