Head of Safeguarding

Key Responsibilities The Key Duties and Responsibilities set out below is a list of the principal responsibilities of the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The list is not exhaustive, and, in any case, aspects of the job description may be adjusted from time to time to take account of developments at the school. Safeguarding Policy Implementation · Develop, review and update the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding, Managing Allegations and other relevant policies at least annually and whenever changes in national guidance occur, ensuring they are compliant with KCSIE guidelines, and that other school policies are consistent with them. · Ensure all staff members, including teaching and support staff, are aware of and adhere to the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures. · Promote a culture of safeguarding amongst staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders, regularly communicating with them. · Have a strategic oversight of the school’s safeguarding to ensure there is a comprehensive understanding and effective delivery of it. Designated Safeguarding Lead · Fulfil the role of DSL as described in KCSIE. · Be the key point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and external agencies in all matters of child protection. · Take lead responsibility for all safeguarding concerns and incidents, ensuring they are recorded, reported, and managed appropriately. · Work closely with the Senior Deputy Head (Pastoral & Wellbeing), Head of Prep and other key pastoral staff in ensuring all students are safeguarded. · Provide advice, guidance, and support to staff regarding safeguarding matters and refer cases to external agencies when necessary, also supporting staff who make referrals. · Collaborate with external agencies, such as social services and the police, to address safeguarding concerns and coordinate appropriate interventions. Refer cases to the Channel programme where there is a radicalisation concern and support staff who make referrals. · Liaise with t