DSL and Primary Lead

Well-Being Officer / Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Start Date: ASAP
Employer: Teaching Personnel (Education Recruitment Agency)
Contract Type: Agency placement (initial cover role with potential to extend)

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting on behalf of a mainstream primary school based in suth Birmingham for an experienced Well-Being Officer / Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to start immediately. This is a key safeguarding role providing urgent cover within the school’s primary provision before transitioning into a wider whole-school safeguarding position after the Easter break.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced safeguarding professional who can quickly integrate into a school environment and confidently manage safeguarding responsibilities from day one.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will initially provide cover within the primary phase while the current Primary Lead is absent. Following the Easter break, responsibilities will expand to support safeguarding across the wider school as another operational DSL undergoes a planned medical procedure.

You will work alongside another DSL, but must be confident managing safeguarding responsibilities independently when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) within the school

• Support the well-being and safeguarding of vulnerable pupils

• Liaise with external agencies, including the local authority, council, and safeguarding services

• Support pupils with additional needs and EHCPs

• Maintain safeguarding records and ensure appropriate follow-up actions

• Work collaboratively with school leadership and safeguarding teams

Requirements

• Valid DSL accreditation (essential)

• Previous experience working as a DSL or in a safeguarding leadership role within a school

• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and statutory guidance

• Experience working with vulnerable children and young people

• Familiarity with EHCP processes and multi-agency working

• Ability to work proactively and pick up responsibilities quickly

About Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, supporting schools with high-quality staff across teaching, pastoral, and safeguarding roles. This position will be offered through Teaching Personnel, who will support you throughout the placement.

If you are an experienced safeguarding professional available immediately and able to step into a crucial role supporting vulnerable pupils, we would welcome your application.