EDClass
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Job Location
Brampton-En-Le-Morthen, United Kingdom
Job Description
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
Salary: Starting at £28,875 per annum and increases after a 6 month probationary period.
This is an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
EDClass is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. To be successful in this role, you must be eligible to receive a DBS check that is relevant to the post.
Main Responsibilities;
* Deal with Questionnaire Alerts ensuring processes and policies are adhered to
* Deal with Safeguarding Alerts ensuring processes and policies are adhered to
* Liaise with the Teaching Team and Account Managers with regards to safeguarding alerts, whilst also being responsible for handling and reporting child and vulnerable adult protection issues
* For major safeguarding incidents, liaise with the Senior DSL and communicate the situation, so relevant authorities can be contacted by the Senior DSL if required
* Update Zoho CRM timely and accurately with regards to any alerts
* Conduct EDSupport chat checks on a weekly basis, to ensure any safeguarding concern has not been missed.
* Complete Safeguarding Incident Report Forms for major safeguarding incidents. Forms to be completed timely, accurately and giving a true account of what has happened. Ensure that completed Safeguarding Incident Report Forms are uploaded to Zoho Work Drive. Safeguarding Incident Report Forms must be completed the same day
* Create and maintain relationships with commissioning schools’ DSLs
* Deal with alerts highlighted in Marking i.e. bad language
* Update and send a weekly report with regards to relationships with schools to the Customer Service Manager, DSL and the Safeguarding Trustee
* Update and send a weekly report of all Safeguarding Incident Report Forms completed to the Customer Service Manager, DSL and the Safeguarding Trustee
* Monitor and evaluate the Questionnaire and Safeguarding Alerts dashboard in Zoho
* Carry out any other duties commensurate to the needs of the business, or as requested by your Line Manager or Senior Leadership Team
Personal Skills required for this role;
* Good time management skills
* Keep calm in difficult situations and ensure that all safeguarding issues are dealt with appropriately and adhered to processes and procedures
* Building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to staff’s positions
* Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others
* Not undermining fundamental British Values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
* Staff must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the company, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality
* Flexible approach to working
* Ability to use own initiative
* Good knowledge of the education & skills sector
* Good report writing skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent organisation skills
* Good problem-solving skills
Qualifications & Knowledge required for this role;
English and Maths GCSE A*-C or equivalent – Essential
A minimum of a year’s experience in a safeguarding role – Essential
Confident in using ICT for a range of purposes – Essential
DSL Safeguarding qualification (Level 3) – Essential
Advanced safeguarding certificate – Desirable
Multi-agency safeguarding/child protection practice experience within a statutory agency setting – Essential
Experience in working with children, vulnerable learners, young people and adults at risk – Essential
Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding legislation (KCSIE 2023) – Essential
Sound basic knowledge of SEN Code of Practice – Essential
Knowledge and understanding of Ofsted stages and grading, mental health, EHCP, CAHMS and SEND – Essential
The above accurately reflects the duties and skills as the Designated Deputy Safeguarding Lead with EDClass Ltd
Location: Brampton-En-Le-Morthen, GB
Posted Date: 11/4/2024
Salary: Starting at £28,875 per annum and increases after a 6 month probationary period.
This is an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
EDClass is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. To be successful in this role, you must be eligible to receive a DBS check that is relevant to the post.
Main Responsibilities;
* Deal with Questionnaire Alerts ensuring processes and policies are adhered to
* Deal with Safeguarding Alerts ensuring processes and policies are adhered to
* Liaise with the Teaching Team and Account Managers with regards to safeguarding alerts, whilst also being responsible for handling and reporting child and vulnerable adult protection issues
* For major safeguarding incidents, liaise with the Senior DSL and communicate the situation, so relevant authorities can be contacted by the Senior DSL if required
* Update Zoho CRM timely and accurately with regards to any alerts
* Conduct EDSupport chat checks on a weekly basis, to ensure any safeguarding concern has not been missed.
* Complete Safeguarding Incident Report Forms for major safeguarding incidents. Forms to be completed timely, accurately and giving a true account of what has happened. Ensure that completed Safeguarding Incident Report Forms are uploaded to Zoho Work Drive. Safeguarding Incident Report Forms must be completed the same day
* Create and maintain relationships with commissioning schools’ DSLs
* Deal with alerts highlighted in Marking i.e. bad language
* Update and send a weekly report with regards to relationships with schools to the Customer Service Manager, DSL and the Safeguarding Trustee
* Update and send a weekly report of all Safeguarding Incident Report Forms completed to the Customer Service Manager, DSL and the Safeguarding Trustee
* Monitor and evaluate the Questionnaire and Safeguarding Alerts dashboard in Zoho
* Carry out any other duties commensurate to the needs of the business, or as requested by your Line Manager or Senior Leadership Team
Personal Skills required for this role;
* Good time management skills
* Keep calm in difficult situations and ensure that all safeguarding issues are dealt with appropriately and adhered to processes and procedures
* Building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to staff’s positions
* Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others
* Not undermining fundamental British Values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
* Staff must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the company, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality
* Flexible approach to working
* Ability to use own initiative
* Good knowledge of the education & skills sector
* Good report writing skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent organisation skills
* Good problem-solving skills
Qualifications & Knowledge required for this role;
English and Maths GCSE A*-C or equivalent – Essential
A minimum of a year’s experience in a safeguarding role – Essential
Confident in using ICT for a range of purposes – Essential
DSL Safeguarding qualification (Level 3) – Essential
Advanced safeguarding certificate – Desirable
Multi-agency safeguarding/child protection practice experience within a statutory agency setting – Essential
Experience in working with children, vulnerable learners, young people and adults at risk – Essential
Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding legislation (KCSIE 2023) – Essential
Sound basic knowledge of SEN Code of Practice – Essential
Knowledge and understanding of Ofsted stages and grading, mental health, EHCP, CAHMS and SEND – Essential
The above accurately reflects the duties and skills as the Designated Deputy Safeguarding Lead with EDClass Ltd
Location: Brampton-En-Le-Morthen, GB
Posted Date: 11/4/2024
Contact Information
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