Full job descriptionREED Further Education are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to join a well-established Further Education provider in South London on an ongoing temporary basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, working closely with the Safeguarding and Wellbeing team to provide high-quality support and intervention for learners.
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
South London

35 Hours per Week | Monday-Friday

Ongoing Temporary Assignment

£18-£25ph
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Opportunity
The role:
*Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in managing safeguarding and child protection concerns.
*Lead and coordinate safeguarding meetings and case reviews.
*Maintain accurate, confidential safeguarding records and documentation.
*Work proactively with external agencies including Social Care, Local Authorities, Police, Early Help and Mental Health services.
*Deliver safeguarding training, tutorials, and awareness sessions for students and staff.
*Support vulnerable learners through direct intervention and signposting to appropriate services.
*Promote key safeguarding themes including online safety, healthy relationships, wellbeing, and Prevent.
*Assist with risk assessments, welfare plans, and safeguarding referrals.
*Deputise for the Designated Safeguarding Lead when required.
Essential Requirements
*Safeguarding Level 3 qualification or DSL Level 5 qualification
*Previous experience within a safeguarding role in education, social care, youth work, or a related setting
*Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and best practice
*Experience liaising with external agencies and multi-agency working
*Excellent communication, organisation, and IT skills
*Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Desirable
*Experience within Further Education, Schools, or Training Providers
*Knowledge of Prevent, KCSIE, online safety, and contextual safeguarding
*Trauma-informed approach to supporting young people
*Experience delivering training, workshops, or group sessions
Benefits of working for Reed Further Education:
*Exclusive representation to leading FE colleges, prisons, and training providers in the area
*A specialist further education consultant who will search for jobs on your behalf
*A Health Cash Plan and Reed Discount Club
*Entitlement to Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay, Parental Leave and Antenatal/Pre-Adoption Appointment Payment
*Access to Training and Development - Reed Assessment Centre - Reed Learning.
*Great referral bonus’
*Access to roles throughout the UK and online/remote learning


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