Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Job Title: Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Location: Birmingham Salary: £31,236 - £34,610 per annum - SS4 Job type: Full time, Fixed Term for up to 12 months UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. The Role: University College Birmingham is looking for a proactive and experienced Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to join our friendly and dedicated safeguarding team, who are part of the Student Support and Wellbeing Directorate. This is a fixed-term post of up to 12 months to provide maternity leave cover, commencing in February 2027. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students aged 16+ across our FE college, Sixth Form, University and Apprenticeship programmes. Reporting directly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead and Head of FE Pastoral Support, you will manage safeguarding concerns effectively and sensitively, providing direct 1:1 support to students while working collaboratively with parents and carers, academic departments and external agencies. The successful candidate will: Respond to safeguarding concerns in a timely and professional manner Support and advise staff who raise safeguarding concerns Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including participation in multi-agency meetings Make referrals to relevant external organisations where appropriate Help ensure UCB maintains a strong culture of safeguarding and student wellbeing ..... full job details .....