Job Description

42 weeks per year (term time and INSET days = 39 weeks plus a further 3 weeks in school holidays for any Child Protection Conferences or preparation of training.

36 hours per week (daily hours to be agreed with Line Manager)

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is a vital role in the school as the post involves having lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection at Nonsuch High School for Girls. The role contributes to the creation of a safe and welcoming environment and supports the school values of Positivity, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Endeavour. The role is key to securing outstanding safeguarding practice through the development and implementation of policy and effective processes. The DSL is high profile among staff, being responsible for delivering training and regular updates. You join a highly skilled and dedicated pastoral support team to ensure the school meets its core aim of empowering its young people to take their rightful place centre stage and to thrive in life-long learning.

If you are excited by the prospect of working in a school that has:

  • Highly motivated students who take their learning seriously and treat each other, staff and visitors with respect and courtesy
  • An excellent record of achievement and value-added progress
  • Enthusiastic and supportive staff committed to providing enriching learning experiences
  • An innovative and personalised professional development programme for all career stages
  • An excellent working environment that prioritises the wellbeing of its staff and students
  • The opportunity to be part of a successful multi-academy trust

then come join the team at Nonsuch.

To apply, please visit our website via the button below.

Closing date: Monday, 17th April 2023 at 9 a.m.

We reserve the right to close early should the right candidate be found

Interview date: Tuesday, 25th April 2023.

In line with our recruitment policy and for the protection of our students, the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and aim to employ a culturally diverse workforce which reflects the nature of our school community.

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