Designated Safeguarding Lead – Enfield | January 2027

Location: Enfield, London 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 needed for meetings or urgent safeguarding matters. Salary: £42,000–£49,000 per annum, depending on experience A school in Enfield is looking to appoint a Designated Safeguarding Lead to support pupils and strengthen its safeguarding provision. You will be part of a wider team working to create a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment. Why Join the School? A supportive pastoral and leadership team Opportunities for professional development and specialist training School pension scheme and staff wellbeing support The chance to contribute to a strong safeguarding culture About the Role You will oversee safeguarding concerns and help ensure that cases are managed appropriately. Duties include: Managing safeguarding referrals and maintaining case records Liaising with external agencies and attending relevant meetings Providing guidance to staff and supporting safeguarding training Reviewing safeguarding procedures and contributing to audits Supporting pupils and families where appropriate What We’re Looking For Experience as a DSL or in a senior safeguarding role Strong knowledge of child protection procedures Excellent communication and organisation Confidence managing sensitive cases Relevant DSL 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. Show less