Head of Safeguarding

£35,412 - £45,091 + excellent benefits

Please note that applications for this role will close on 15th July and interviews will take place 23rd July

You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher. You will collaborate with other members of the Witherslack Group team in different locations to progress and develop your skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

As a Designated Safeguarding Lead you will take responsibility for safeguarding within the school. This means that on a daily basis you will liaise with statutory and non‑statutory agencies, parents/carers and staff on matters of wellbeing, child protection and safeguarding, and will be a source of support, advice and expertise in the team.

About the School

The Secret Garden School is based in Solihull. It is currently a single‑site school and will extend to over two sites in September 2026. The school meets the needs of pupils with special educational needs including ADHD, autism, speech, language & communication difficulties and social & emotional difficulties. The age range is 6‑19 years and the school is currently registered for 76 pupils. It serves the Solihull community and wider areas.

Benefits

• Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Flexible benefits: You can increase or decrease benefits such as life insurance
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover: You can claim back the cost of opticians or dentist appointments and a host of high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
• Recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time
• Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 5%

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role
• Comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem‑resolution skills
• Genuinely empathetic approach
• Full UK driving licence

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.