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Southampton, Hampshire

Designated Safeguarding Lead – Southampton | January 2027

  • Location: Southampton

  • 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. Some flexibility may be required for meetings or urgent concerns.

  • Salary: £39,000–£46,000 per annum, depending on experience

A Southampton school is seeking a committed Designated Safeguarding Lead to help maintain a safe and supportive environment for pupils. You will work closely with school staff, families and external professionals to ensure concerns are followed up appropriately.

Why Join the School?

  • A collaborative team and supportive leadership

  • Opportunities for ongoing training and career development

  • School pension scheme and staff wellbeing support

  • A role with scope to contribute to the school’s safeguarding practice

About the Role

You will lead on safeguarding concerns and help coordinate the school’s response. Key duties include:

  • Receiving and managing safeguarding concerns and referrals

  • Maintaining accurate, confidential records

  • Liaising with relevant agencies and attending meetings

  • Advising colleagues on safeguarding procedures

  • Contributing to staff training and policy reviews

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous DSL or safeguarding experience

  • Strong knowledge of child protection procedures

  • Excellent communication and organisation

  • Confidence handling confidential information

  • Up-to-date safeguarding 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.

Location
Southampton, Hampshire

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Founded in 2012
Co-workers 500
Turnover 5M
Southampton, Hampshire

Designated Safeguarding Lead – Southampton | January 2027

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