Deputy Safeguarding Lead - 6 month FTC
CV-LibraryWeybridgecontractPosted: 6 July 2026
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As a Deputy Safeguarding Lead you will join a respected educational setting where student wellbeing is a genuine priority. Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, you'll be at the centre of safeguarding across the college, providing expert guidance, supporting vulnerable learners and helping colleagues create a safe environment in which every student can succeed.
Location : Weybridge and easily commutable from Ashford, Woking, Staines-upon-Thames, Walton-on-Thames, Leatherhead and surrounding areas.
Salary: £33,500. FTE | 37 hours per week | Contract: 6 month Fixed term until December 2026 (with the potential to be extended)
Benefits include a generous holiday entitlement, financial benefits and discounts, membership of the TPS or LGPS pension scheme, free on-site parking, staff wellbeing and fitness resources, employee recognition schemes, ongoing professional development opportunities and a supportive and collaborative working environment.
What you'll be doing...
Supporting safeguarding activity across the college and managing a varied caseload.
Working with external agencies, families and curriculum teams to achieve the best outcomes for learners.
Coordinating referrals, risk assessments and student safety plans.
Advising colleagues on safeguarding matters and promoting best practice throughout the organisation.
Helping shape safeguarding procedures, training and continuous improvement.
You will have...
Previous safeguarding experience within education, youth services or a similar setting.
A strong working knowledge of child protection legislation and the Prevent Duty.
A calm, organised and confident approach when managing sensitive situations.
Effective communication skills and enjoy building relationships across teams and with external partners.
Relevant safeguarding training or equivalent experience.
A driving licence
In return, you'll join a supportive college offering generous holidays, an excellent pension, free parking, wellbeing initiatives and ongoing professional development.
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today
As a Deputy Safeguarding Lead you will join a respected educational setting where student wellbeing is a genuine priority. Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, you'll be at the centre of safeguarding across the college, providing expert guidance, supporting vulnerable learners and helping colleagues create a safe environment in which every student can succeed.
Location : Weybridge and easily commutable from Ashford, Woking, Staines-upon-Thames, Walton-on-Thames, Leatherhead and surrounding areas.
Salary: £33,500. FTE | 37 hours per week | Contract: 6 month Fixed term until December 2026 (with the potential to be extended)
Benefits include a generous holiday entitlement, financial benefits and discounts, membership of the TPS or LGPS pension scheme, free on-site parking, staff wellbeing and fitness resources, employee recognition schemes, ongoing professional development opportunities and a supportive and collaborative working environment.
What you'll be doing...
Supporting safeguarding activity across the college and managing a varied caseload.
Working with external agencies, families and curriculum teams to achieve the best outcomes for learners.
Coordinating referrals, risk assessments and student safety plans.
Advising colleagues on safeguarding matters and promoting best practice throughout the organisation.
Helping shape safeguarding procedures, training and continuous improvement.
You will have...
Previous safeguarding experience within education, youth services or a similar setting.
A strong working knowledge of child protection legislation and the Prevent Duty.
A calm, organised and confident approach when managing sensitive situations.
Effective communication skills and enjoy building relationships across teams and with external partners.
Relevant safeguarding training or equivalent experience.
A driving licence
In return, you'll join a supportive college offering generous holidays, an excellent pension, free parking, wellbeing initiatives and ongoing professional development.
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today