Safeguarding Lead – Nottingham | January 2027
Location: Nottingham
Start: January 2027
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working pattern: Typically 08:00–16:00, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Occasional flexibility may be required.
Salary: £37,000–£44,000 per annum, depending on experience
A Nottingham school is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Lead to work with pupils, families and staff to promote safety and wellbeing. The successful candidate will play an important part in ensuring concerns are handled sensitively and in line with school procedures.
Why Join the School?
A welcoming and collaborative working environment
Support from the pastoral and senior leadership teams
Access to ongoing safeguarding training
School pension scheme and staff wellbeing support
About the Role
You will help ensure pupils receive appropriate support and that safeguarding concerns are dealt with promptly. Responsibilities include:
Responding to and recording safeguarding concerns
Coordinating referrals and following up on actions
Liaising with families and external agencies
Supporting staff with safeguarding procedures
Contributing to safeguarding reviews and training
What We’re Looking For
Experience in a safeguarding or child protection role
Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures
Excellent communication and organisational skills
The ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries
Relevant safeguarding qualifications or training
If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 48 hours. All interviews are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
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- Location
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