Assistant Headteacher - Designated Safeguarding Lead

Summary:

Assistant Headteacher - Designated Safeguarding Lead job opportunity with a focus on safeguarding and leadership.

About the School:

A school in the Hale/Timperley area of Altrincham, part of a forward-thinking Trust, is undergoing a major expansion and is committed to high standards of education, behaviour, and student outcomes.

The Opportunity:

As Assistant Headteacher – Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the school’s safeguarding policies are robust, effective, and at the heart of all operations. This is an opportunity to lead, innovate and make a real difference in the lives of students and the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of safeguarding and child protection across the school.
• Champion a culture of safeguarding that prioritises the well-being and safety of all students.
• Ensure compliance with all safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with external agencies and internal teams to support vulnerable students.
• Develop and deliver safeguarding training to staff, students and parents.
• Monitor and evaluate safeguarding practices to ensure continuous improvement.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team in driving school improvement and raising standards.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the school and the Trust.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with proven experience in a senior leadership role.
• Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, including NPQSL or NPQH.

Preferred

• Experience in a Trust or multi-academy setting.
• Experience of leading school improvement initiatives.
• Experience of working with students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• Experience of managing large-scale school projects or expansions.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive professional development and CPD opportunities.
• Support for leadership and management training.
• Access to high-quality resources and collaboration across the Trust.