The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’
We are looking for a dedicated Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our friendly, supportive team at Yate Academy, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, from September 2026. This is a year round role.
About the role:
The Deputy Safeguarding Lead will support the aims and objectives of the school. They will;
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Manage attendance, pastoral and welfare/safeguarding issues.
- Work with pupils and families to maximise support and their learning for individual pupils.
- Contribute to the development of a whole school approach to overcome obstacles to learning and improve pupil participation in learning and whole school life.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)/Child Protection
Support pupils and parents of children on Child Protection Plans and implement all aspects of the academy’s Child Protection procedures and protocols under the direction of the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Early Intervention and External Services
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To act as Lead Professional in EHAP meetings and to attend other external meetings e.g. Child In Need/CP core group or Case conferences and other multi agency meetings under the direction of the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Transition - supporting transition visits/plans and gathering Yr 6 safeguarding information.
- School Health Nurse referrals and other External agency referrals.
- CMOPS - Daily monitor and action/tasks at the discretion of the DSL.
Attendance
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Alerting parents to patterns of absence and use a solution focussed approach to implementing support plans via SAM
- Liaise with the attendance officer on a weekly basis to discuss attendance progress and send out attendance warning letters for students close to PA category
- Chair School Attendance Meetings in line with the attendance policy and in conjunction with the Attendance Officer. Agree targets with parents/carers to improve attendance and inform them of the legal requirements, and process for continued unauthorised absences.
- Personalise Individual Health Care plans (IHCP’s), for those students with mental health or medical issues that impede attendance to ensure that all possible barriers are removed to non-attendance.
- Implementing the Academy’s pick-up transport service when required.
- Attending home visits for attendance or welfare support .
- Completing all attendance documentation in line with the Local Authority’s’ procedures / Greenshaw procedures including any relevant referral forms for the PLC or other alternative providers.
- Attending and supporting subsequent attendance review meetings, with Safeguarding & Behaviour Lead and Educational Welfare Officer.
- Collating/completing, reviewing and updating ‘attendance snapshots’ for all students who are in the persistent absence category.
- Alerting and liaising with social workers and other agencies of absence for CIN/CP/EHAP/Family Plus students.
Pastoral Care
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To provide support to the Heads of Key Stages in all matters concerning the wellbeing, safety, behaviour and attendance of their students.
- To develop positive relationships with parents, liaising with parents regarding all aspects of pastoral care and safeguarding.
- Coaching/Mentoring targeted students to remove barriers to learning.
- Facilitating social skills intervention workshops for targeted students.
- Work with SEN team to support vulnerable students
Behaviour
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On call support as requested by line managers / SLT.
- To actively promote positive behaviour throughout the Academy in line with the school behaviour policy.
- Assist the Behaviour Lead or SLT in removing students from classrooms whose behaviour is a concern as requested by line manager / SLT.
Admissions
Process in-year admissions in line with Greenshaw admissions policy.
Problems and Decision Making
The postholder must exercise responsibility for the welfare and safety of pupils at all times, intervening where necessary to ensure safe and proper conduct.
About the School:
At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.
Leadership, resilience & citizenship run through all aspects of school life.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We can offer you:
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Professional development and career progression
- Generous Holiday allowance (26 days + 2 extra statutory days, plus bank holidays)
- Generous pension scheme
- Blue Light Card
- Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
- An Employee Assistance Programme
- Gym Discounts
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59pm on 17th July 2026. The role is due to commence from September 2026. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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