Safeguarding Lead

Overview

Up to £45,091 + Excellent Benefits

Witherslack Group’s Castle fell School is a purpose built, state of the art school catering primarily for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs but also providing for children with autism who have moderate learning needs. The school provides education for up to 50 children aged 8 to 16 and serves Rudgeway and the wider communities.

As a Designated Safeguarding Lead you will take responsibility for safeguarding within the school. You will liaise daily with statutory and non‑statutory agencies, parents / carers and staff on matters of wellbeing, child protection and safeguarding and will be a source of support, advice and expertise in the team.

We reward your commitment with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. You will bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you will get:

• Full induction and on the job training
• Full school holidays
• Flexible benefits such as life insurance (increase/decrease as required)
• Wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover for opticians, dentist appointments and high‑street services
• School discounts
• £1,000 reward per successful referral
• Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 5%

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role
• Comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem resolution skills
• Genuinely empathetic approach
• Full UK driving licence

Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. Please submit your application via our application portal. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities.