Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Deputy DSL)
SEN School Group
Ormskirk
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
An outstanding and award-winning group of Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools is seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Deputy DSL) to join the permanent staff team at their Ormskirk site, starting in September 2025.
This highly reputable education provider is renowned for delivering exceptional care and education to children and young people with a range of complex needs. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing approach to learning, the school offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where every member of staff plays a key role in student wellbeing and development.
The Role
The Deputy DSL will support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding are maintained across the school. This is a vital role for an individual passionate about safeguarding, inclusion, and the rights of young people. The post-holder will be instrumental in managing safeguarding referrals, liaising with external agencies, and ensuring policy and practice are embedded throughout the school community.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting the DSL in all aspects of safeguarding and child protection.
- Acting as a point of contact for safeguarding concerns in the DSL’s absence.
- Maintaining accurate and confidential records using safeguarding software.
- Supporting the development and delivery of safeguarding training for staff.
- Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory safeguarding obligations.
- Working closely with pastoral, teaching, and support staff to promote a safe, inclusive environment.
- Liaising with external agencies and professionals as required.
Essential Requirements:
- Relevant safeguarding qualifications (e.g. Level 3 Safeguarding).
- Proven experience in a safeguarding role within an education or care setting.
- In-depth understanding of current safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
- Experience working with children and young people with SEN and/or complex needs.
- Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of child protection and welfare.
Desirable:
- Experience as a Deputy DSL or DSL in a school setting.
- Previous work in a specialist or SEN provision.
- Knowledge of safeguarding software (e.g., CPOMS, MyConcern).
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a forward-thinking and compassionate school community. The school group is committed to staff development and wellbeing, offering ongoing CPD opportunities, a supportive team environment, and a chance to grow within a values-led organisation.
For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting relevant work experience and contact details.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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