The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is a member of the School’s Senior Leadership Team and takes lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the institution, supported by a safeguarding team comprised of two Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads, and four counselors. The role holder ensures that safeguarding is embedded into all aspects of school culture, leads on multi-agency collaboration, manages child protection referrals, and provides strategicguidance to colleagues, trustees, and external agencies. The DSL has management oversight of a Safeguarding Administrative Assistant and the School Nursing team.
Summary of major responsibilities
Managing Referrals & Multi-Agency Working
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Act as the primary point of contact for local authority children’s social care, local safeguarding partners, and police (where the case leads to safeguarding/child protection
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Refer cases of suspected abuse, neglect, or harm immediately to Children’s Social Care, the Local Authority Designated Officer, Channel/Prevent, or the police, where required
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Lead and support early help assessments for children who require additional support before reaching statutory intervention thresholds
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Attend and contribute actively to child protection conferences, core groups, and multi-agency risk assessment conferences
Information Sharing and Record Keeping
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Maintain confidential, accurate, detailed, and up-to-date child protection records (separate from academic records), adhering to data protection (GDPR/Data Protection Act) standards
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Securely transfer child protection files to new educational settings when a student transfers, confirming receipt and ensuring seamless continuity of care
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In partnership with the Board of Trustees, monitor safeguarding trends within the school to inform local risk assessments and policy development
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Assist the Human Resources Department with maintaining a compliant, accurate and continuously updated Single Central Record, advising on and signing pre-employment risk assessments where required and permissible
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Serve as the School’s Attendance Champion, works in partnership with the divisional attendance officers, monitoring and reporting attendance concerns to the local authority
Raising Awareness and Staff Guidance
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Ensure the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is updated annually, publicly accessible, and aligned with statutory DfE guidance.
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Ensure all staff (including temporary and supply staff) receive safeguarding induction training and understand their duty to report concerns immediately
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Provide regular safeguarding updates, refresher training, and Level 2 training for employees and supply staff as appropriate, as well as arranging Level 3 training for the appropriate roleholders
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Promote a child-centric environment where children feel heard, respected, and safe to disclose concerns
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Chair weekly meetings with divisional safeguarding teams, discussing safeguarding cases and advising on appropriate next steps
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Monitor and approve tutoring and enrichment arrangements
Training and Professional Development
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Complete formal DSL training at least every two years to maintain expertise in safeguarding policy, local multi-agency procedures, and legal updates
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Update knowledge and skills regularly (at least annually) on emerging safeguarding issues, including online safety, peer-on-peer/child-on-child abuse, exploitation (CCE/CSE), radicalisation, domestic abuse, and filtering/monitoring systems
Online Safety, Filtering and Monitoring
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Oversee the online safety policy and collaborate with TILM leadership to ensure effective filtering and monitoring infrastructure
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Manage concerns relating to student cyberbullying, online harassment, cybercrime (e.g., Cyber Choices programme), and digital safety breaches
Working With Senior Leadership and Trustees
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Meet regularly with the Head of School and the Designated Safeguarding Trustees to report on safeguarding activity, staff training, and policy compliance
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Prepare a biannual safeguarding report, supported by contemporaneous data and evidence, to be presented to the Board of Trustees
Essential qualifications/experience
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Substantial experience working directly with children and young people in an educational or social care setting
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Certified Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training (or willingness to complete prior to start date)
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Comprehensive working knowledge of KCSIE, Working Together to Safeguard Children, EYFS statutory framework, data protection laws, and local multi-agency thresholds
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Strong analytical, record-keeping, and crisis-management skills under pressure.
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Ability to assimilate and communicate complex information succinctly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing
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Well-developed interpersonal skills that inspire trust, confidence and credibility with all constituencies
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Evidence of a commitment to continuous professional development, demonstrated by appropriate professional memberships, conference attendance, and presentations
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Strong leadership, decision-making, and a commitment to collaboration
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A proven commitment to support diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and how it relates to safeguarding matters
Desirable qualifications/experience
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Experience managing multi-agency referrals and attending child protection conferences
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Advanced qualifications in child welfare, social work, or educational leadership
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Experience managing digital safeguarding software (CPOMS, My Concern, etc)
The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All new appointments will be subject to appropriate checks: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS enhanced), Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration, Declaration of Criminal Record, checks against the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List (Teacher Status Checks) including Identity, Address, Date of Birth, a Full Employment History, Right to Work in the UK, overseas checks where applicable, at least 2 references (one with current or most recent employer, where appropriate) and original documentation of Qualifications (where appropriate). For positions into Senior Management a Prohibition from Management Check (s128 Directive) will also be undertaken.
All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.
ASL is dedicated to fostering courageous global citizenship in a diverse and inclusive school environment.In our international community, we aspire for the cultures and backgrounds of our employees to mirror those of our families and student body, and we enthusiastically welcome applications from candidates who bring diverse life experiences, perspectives and skills. Educators with knowledge of global education and prospective applicants for any position who are committed to diversity and inclusion are particularly welcome to apply. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, maternity or parental status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law.
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FRONT OF HOUSE COMMUNITY WORKER
OASIS CENTRE, OASIS HUB WATERLOO
Hours: Part time, 32 hours per week (Tuesday-Friday)
Contract: 1-year fixed term
SALARY: £25,274 per annum including London Weighting (£31,593 for 1FTE)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Front of House Community Worker in our Oasis Centre space. This space is a hub for our advice and support work, as well as an open door to all in our community.
You will be the first experience of Oasis for many people who walk into the door, providing a warm welcome, caring and effective support all whilst sharing the Oasis vision, mission, and ethos with those coming into the centre.
Key responsibilities of this will be:
· To welcome and assist visitors to the Centre, directing them to appointments, workshops, or meetings in the Centre as appropriate
· To ensure the smooth practical running of the community space
· Facilitating group sessions and workshops
· Represent Oasis at all times including sharing the ethos and values of Oasis
· To be able to tell the story of Oasis, including ensuring up-to-date knowledge of all the projects and services currently provided within the Hub.
The successful post holder must have:
· Good standard of basic education, including English and Maths Level 2
· Experience of working in a community or charity setting
· Experience working in a front-of-house environment
You’ll join an innovative and supportive charity where you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference to young people and help shape the future of youth work in Waterloo.
Oasis is committed to inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
The role includes regular evening and some weekend work and is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
As part of the package, Oasis offers:
- A pension scheme, offering 7% employer contribution.
- A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).
- Policies which promote well-being and are family friendly.
To apply please email your CV including a Supporting Statement . Your Supporting Statement should be no more than two A4 pages and must address the following questions:
1. Please expand on your CV to tell us about the relevant experience you have in running a smooth, efficient and welcoming front of house operation
2. “The Oasis Centre is a community hub, a welcoming space for the whole community to access. How would you demonstrate welcome and inclusion in your day-to-day working life? And how would you embed these principles in your work, when faced with challenging situations or behaviour?
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Completed applications should be returned by 9am Thursday 1st October
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 7th October, in-person in Waterloo
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We appreciate you may wish to use AI to support elements of your application but we strongly encourage all candidates to submit applications that genuinely reflect their own skills, achievements and lived experiences. It’s what makes your application stand out!
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
Your Supporting Statement should be no more than two A4 pages and must address the following questions:
1. Please expand on your CV to tell us about the relevant experience you have in running a smooth, efficient and welcoming front of house operation
2. “The Oasis Centre is a community hub, a welcoming space for the whole community to access. How would you demonstrate welcome and inclusion in your day-to-day working life? And how would you embed these principles in your work, when faced with challenging situations or behaviour?
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Service Delivery Assistant to join our Safe Horizons Triage Team. You will play a vital role in processing referrals, managing enquiries from partner agencies and providing high-quality administrative support to help ensure victims receive timely access to services.
This role is full-time, based in London, with hybrid working arrangements available. Occasional travel across London may be required to attend meetings, training and service delivery activities.
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As a Service Delivery Assistant - Triage, you will provide high-quality administrative support to the Safe Horizons Triage Team. You will be responsible for monitoring and managing referrals and enquiries received through the service inbox, maintaining accurate records and acting as a key administrative contact for partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor the Safe Horizons inbox and process referrals, enquiries and correspondence within agreed timescales.
- Act as a first point of contact for partner agencies and stakeholders, responding to routine enquiries and directing requests appropriately.
- Maintain accurate records on case management systems and databases.
- Liaise with partner agencies and internal teams to obtain information required to support referral processing.
- Prepare routine reports, correspondence and service information as requested.
- Provide general administrative support including data entry, filing, document preparation and meeting administration.
- Ensure confidential and sensitive information is handled securely and in accordance with GDPR and organisational policies.
- Support the effective day-to-day running of the Triage Team.
About You
Ideally, you will have experience working within a domestic abuse, safeguarding, victim support or criminal justice environment and have an understanding of domestic abuse, violence against women and girls, and multi-agency working arrangements such as MARAC.
You will need:
- Experience of providing administrative support within a busy environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good customer service skills and a professional telephone manner.
- Experience of maintaining accurate records and databases.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
- An understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and information-sharing requirements.
- The ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands effectively.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to providing high-quality support in a sensitive and professional manner.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
