Safeguarding Lead Practitioner (Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead)

Job Reference EDV/2026/VHS/40887
Location Cranbrook Road, Ilford, Essex, IG2 6HX
Contract Type Permanent
Contract Term Full-Time
Salary £40,637.55 LBR11
Hours Per Week 37.5
Weeks Per Year Term Time only
Closing Date Midnight, Fri 26th Jun, 2026
Start Date As soon as possible
Positions Available 1

About this Role

Valentines High school are seeking to appoint an outstanding Safeguarding Lead Practitioner to undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL). This post provides an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic and outstanding candidate to play a pivotal role in leading and developing safeguarding practices within a very successful, harmonious and thriving secondary school.

We are seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable practitioner who demonstrates strong professional judgement, excellent communication skills, and a deep commitment to safeguarding. The successful candidate will lead with confidence, integrity, and compassion, ensuring that all students and their families receive the highest level of care, support, and protection.

We strongly encourage applications from qualified and experienced Social Workers looking to bring their expertise in safeguarding, multi-agency working, and family support into a dynamic school environment. This is an excellent opportunity for Social Workers seeking to make a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people, applying their specialist skills to support students’ wellbeing, safety, and outcomes within an ambitious and highly supportive educational setting.

The school provides a supportive environment along with excellent professional development opportunities.

Closing date: Midnight, Fri 26th Jun, 2026

To apply for the role, please log onto our website where you will be redirected to our recruitment application system.

https://www.valentines-sch.org.uk/Current-Opportunities/