Whole School Safeguarding Lead
14 days ago
Chorley
Join Our Team: £36,581 - £46,579 + Excellent Benefits\n Application Deadline: Don’t miss out! Applications for this role close on 1st November 2026, with interviews scheduled for 11th November 2026. \n Important: Please provide your full employment history, both paid and unpaid, from the age of 16 onwards, including roles that may not be directly relevant to this position. Those Huge Small Victories\n At Witherslack Group, we believe that children with complex, challenging needs deserve exceptional care and education. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our high staff-to-child ratio and dedicated in-house clinical teams. Together, we create aspirational homes and schools that enhance life opportunities for our children and young people. \n As a Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will play a vital role in ensuring that the needs of our children are fully recognized and met. Your expertise will help us maintain our reputation for excellence. Get Out What You Put In\n In this crucial role, you will be part of the leadership team, reporting directly to the Head Teacher. Collaborate with colleagues across various locations within the Witherslack Group to enhance your skills and knowledge. \n As a Designated Safeguarding Lead, your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Liaising with statutory and non-statutory agencies, parents/carers, and staff on matters of wellbeing, child protection, and safeguarding.\n, • Providing support, advice, and expertise to the team.\nOne of the Best Environments in SEND\n Westmorland School is renowned for its specialist provision, consistently earning praise from parents, professionals, and Ofsted. With dedicated primary and secondary campuses, we deliver personalized educational experiences tailored to the diverse needs of our pupils. \n Our commitment to inclusion and nurturing ensures that every child receives an outstanding education that builds on their strengths and raises aspirations. Through innovative practices and specialist expertise, we empower our pupils to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. What We Do for You\n We recognize your hard work and dedication, and we reward you with one of the best salary and benefits packages in the education sector. Here’s what you can expect: \n\n • Training: Comprehensive induction and on-the-job training.\n, • Holiday: Enjoy full school holidays as a reward for your hard work.\n, • Flexible Benefits: Customize your benefits, including life insurance.\n, • Wellbeing: Access to a range of wellbeing tools and employee assistance.\n, • Medical Cover: Claim back costs for appointments like opticians or dentists.\n, • Beautiful Working Environments: Work in schools equipped with top-notch facilities.\n, • Recommend a Friend: Earn a £1,000 bonus for every successful referral.\n, • Pension Scheme: Contributory scheme matched up to 5%.\nBring Your Whole Self to Work\n Our young people and their families come from diverse backgrounds, and we celebrate that diversity within our workforce. We are looking for candidates who have: \n\n • At least 3 years of experience in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role.\n, • A comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection.\n, • Outstanding interpersonal and problem-resolution skills.\n, • A genuinely empathetic approach.\n, • A full UK driving licence.\nInterested in Joining Us?\n At Witherslack Group, inclusion is at the heart of what we do. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs. \n As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we embrace individuality and champion diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities, and we are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. \n By building a diverse and inclusive team, we enhance our ability to support the children, young people, and families we serve, ensuring that every member of our team can thrive and be their authentic self. \n The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. \n For a full job description and person specification, please refer to our resources. \n To view our ex-offenders policy, please consult our guidelines. \n To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the ‘Parents and Carers’ section of our website. \n Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD