Designated Safeguarding Lead

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work Job Title: Designated Safeguarding LeadLocation: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JWHours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.00pmSalary: £38,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)Contract: Permanent Term Time OnlyStart: September 2026UK applicants only - no sponsorship available About the Role At Red Kite School, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking an exceptional Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our dedicated leadership team and play a pivotal role in protecting, supporting, and empowering some of the most vulnerable young people in education. This is more than a safeguarding role. It is an opportunity to lead a culture where every child feels safe, valued, heard, and able to thrive. Working alongside the Assistant Headteacher for Safeguarding, Head of School and Executive Headteacher, you will be the driving force behind safeguarding practice across our secondary provision, ensuring the highest standards of child protection, welfare, attendance, wellbeing, and multi-agency collaboration. What You''ll Be Doing Lead safeguarding and child protection across the school, ensuring compliance with statutory guidance and best practice. Act as the school''s safeguarding expert, providing advice, guidance and support to staff, pupils and families. Manage safeguarding referrals and work closely with Social Care, Police, Early Help, ..... full job details .....