Contract Term/Hours: Maternity Cover, Monday to Friday (8:30 – 17:00)
To start: Autumn Term 2023.
Annual Salary: £43,000 to £46,200, depending on experience
About us:
Blossom House School is an Ofsted-rated “Outstanding” specialist school for children aged 3 – 19 years of age with speech, language and communication difficulties. We provide a nurturing environment for children from Foundation Stage, Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Post-16. Although many of the children have some associated difficulties such as fine motor problems or poor organisational skills, they are all within the average range of cognitive abilities.
We Offer:
- A friendly, nurturing environment in a modern, climate-controlled working environment at Motspur Park.
- Close to a good transport network and on-site free parking is available.
- Support from an enthusiastic and dedicated team of established and experienced staff.
- Competitive salaries and generous staff benefits.
- A wellbeing programme that includes a £60 termly wellbeing allowance.
- A Cycle scheme and Tech scheme.
- UK Healthcare cash plan designed to help cover your day to day healthcare expenditure such as optical and dental bills and offers cashback (up to policy limits) for a variety of different medical treatments. It also offers lifestyle benefits and discounted gym membership.
What the role involves:
We are looking to appoint an experienced Designated Safeguarding Lead to work across all school sites, who will take lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection (including online safety and understanding the filtering and monitoring systems and processes in place) and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role will include staff training and will also require aspects of family liaison and support. As this role carries a significant level of responsibility, the Designated Safeguarding Lead will be part of our senior management team and will be given the additional time, funding, training, resources and support they need to carry out the role effectively.
The position of Designated Safeguarding Lead would suit either a qualified social worker, preferably with experience of working with children with disabilities, or someone who has experience of managing safeguarding in a school or relevant organisation.
How to Apply:
Click on the ‘Apply now’ button below. You can find the application form in the supporting documents below. Please upload your CV and a completed application form. The closing date for applications is Friday 13th October 2023.
For further information please contact: Fiona Roberts (Designated Safeguarding Lead)
Blossom House School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including and Enhanced DBS check, the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.
