Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Deputy Safeguarding Lead - 37 hours per week 8:30am - 5pm Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday. £33,500.89 FTE (BRK30) fixed term to end of December 2026 (with potential to be extended)Brooklands Technical College is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. We are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping our learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers. If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.Are you passionate about safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Safeguarding Lead at Brooklands Technical College, based at our Weybridge campus. About the role: In this vital role, as Deputy Safeguarding Lead, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety, happiness, and academic success of our students. Your role will also include:

• Implement and monitor effective safeguarding policies and procedures
• Provide support and guidance to students experiencing difficulties, including those with SEN
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for students
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students
• Deliver training and awareness-raising sessions on safeguarding and wellbeing
• Develop and implement action plans to address identified risks.

To fulfil the role of Deputy Safeguarding Lead you will have:

• Experience in a safeguarding or related role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding legislation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passionate about supporting young people and promoting their wellbeing

What we offer:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Financial benefits and discounts
• Pension (TPS or LGPS)
• Free on-site parking
• Staff wellbeing and fitness resources
• Employee recognition schemes
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of our students

Brooklands Technical College is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. Brooklands Technical College is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates maybe subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Brooklands Technical College, have no authority to enter an arrangement. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that previous applicants need not apply. Recruitment agencies engaging with Brooklands Technical College will be on our PSL.REF-