Designated safeguarding lead (DSL) - Two Rivers Primary School

TWO RIVERS primary school, TAMWORTH, B77 4EN

Designated Safeguarding Lead

(THREE DAYS PER WEEK)

Salary: L1-l3     £41,065pa - £43,144pa per annum FTE                        £24,639PA  -  £25,886PA  ACTUAL SALARY (3DAYS/WEEK)

part time position to COMMENCE 1^ST september 2020 (1 year TEMPORARY post initially)

Two Rivers Primary School is outstanding in every aspect of school life and we expect the same from our staff in pursuit of excellence in pastoral care and teaching and learning. We are a federated special school offering a challenging, therapeutic and engaging curriculum to pupils with diverse abilities and needs, and are highly regarded by parents and carers and in the community.

Our new Designated Safeguarding Lead – Support will have the enthusiasm and commitment to maintain and raise standards in safeguarding, with the experience and knowledge of supporting families and pupils with specific needs.

Starting in September 2020, you will bring:

• Experience as an established practitioner who aspires to join an effective management team.
• Understanding and knowledge of severe learning difficulties including ASD and how to safeguard children with these.
• A range of people management skills and an ability to tackle issues and be accountable and responsible for decisions.
• A track record of leading in whole/departmental initiatives.
• Accurate recording abilities, ability to manage and direct a small team.

Two Rivers Primary School can offer you:

• The opportunity to lead in an outstanding school with a number of awards recognising our achievements.
• Super pupils and families who enjoy learning and describe the school as ‘a fantastic support’.
• Governors and leaders who are dedicated and effective, ensuring every pupil makes strong progress and succeeds.
• A first-rate site with a range of facilities to enhance the learning.
• A forward thinking, families first approach to school and serving the community.

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children and young people. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing date: Monday 11^th May 2020 at 12 noon.

For an informal discussion, please contact Laura Slinn, Headteacher on 01827 426 123

Further information about the school can be found at: www.tworiversschool.net