DDSL Jobs at EDClass
We are hiring for a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
EDClass is dedicated to safeguarding children and young people. The Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead will manage safeguarding alerts, liaise with the teaching team and account managers, handle child and vulnerable adult protection issues, and maintain accurate records. The role requires excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills, with a strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and practices.
EDClass is an educational business that provides teaching, learning and support to over 300 schools throughout the UK in a fully secure and comprehensive safeguarded learning environment and we need to add to our ever expanding team of deputy designated safeguarding leads. Our recent OFSTED report can be viewed here and it clearly shows how important safeguarding is to us and our business. At EDClass we believe in fostering an engaging and compassionate learning environment that empowers learners to reach their full potential. We believe and invest in our people as well as our learners where safeguarding is at the forefront of everything we do. We are dedicated to providing a quality education that aims to reintegrate learners back into school or their positive destination, but first they must be totally safe online.
Location:
The DDSL Job is based at our office in Dinnington, Sheffield. We are literally 10 minutes from the M1 (J31); 5 minutes from the A57 (Todwick roundabout); 10 minutes from the M18 (J2); and 15 minutes from the A1. Due to safeguarding, child protection and government legislation all teaching and safeguarding staff must work from our premises. We are flexible to your needs and requirements so please only apply if you can attend our place of business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage Questionnaire and Safeguarding Alerts
- Liaise with the Senior DSL for major incidents
- Update Zoho CRM and Work Drive with accurate records
- Conduct weekly EDSupport chat checks
- Create and maintain relationships with school DSLs
- Generate weekly reports on safeguarding activities
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Good time management and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and organisational abilities
- A minimum of one year’s experience in a safeguarding role
- DSL Safeguarding qualification (Level 3)
- Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, SEN Code of Practice, and related areas
Candidates must be eligible for a relevant DBS check.
Benefits:
- Flexible hours - part time, full time or other available
- Fixed hours (8-4:30 or 8:30-5pm)
- There is no expectation to work outside fixed hours
- Amazing work-life balance (no parents evenings, no meetings outside working hours, no marking to take home, no planning to take home, no extra-curricular activities to organise and attend)
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- we are a fully flexible and person-centred employer who will work with your individual lifestyle needs
- Time during school holidays is dedicated to creating, editing and quality-assuring lesson content (video clips and e-lesson slides)
- Time during school holidays dedicated to CPD and training courses
How to Apply:
If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and making a positive impact on the education of our learners then please register an interest by emailing cara@edclass.com with your CV and your information or calling 01909 568338.
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