Child advocate Work, Jobs in Towcester, Nth (with Salaries)

Designated Safeguarding Lead
Wieducate —Northampton
- £38,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Working with children
- In-person
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6d
Teaching Assistant
Compass Schools —Milton Keynes
- Up to £27,491 a year
- English
- School
11d
School Nurse - Specialist Community Public Health Nurse
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust —Newport Pagnell
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- School
- Nursing
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
4d
Senior Lawyer (Child Care) Advocate
West Northamptonshire Council —Northampton
- £49,587 - £52,860 a year
Foster Care For Children
Positive Aspirations Group - Fostering —Bedford
- Up to £1,015 a week
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Driving
- In-person
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5d
English Teacher
Compass Schools —Milton Keynes
- Up to £45,350 a year
- English
- Classroom experience
- School
11d
Social Worker – Under 16s Team
Buckinghamshire Council —Aylesbury
- Full-time
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
3d
Business Administrator
Childbase Partnership —Milton Keynes
- £13.02 - £15.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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6d
Science Teacher
Compass Schools —Milton Keynes
- Up to £45,350 a year
- Classroom experience
- School
11d
Mobile Dispensing Optician
Boots —Buckingham
- Weekend availability
- Travel
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
16h
Maths Teacher
Compass Schools —Milton Keynes
- Up to £45,350 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom experience
- School
11d
Residential Childcare Worker
Future Chapter Care —Northampton
- £25,000 - £26,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- Working with children
- Driving
- IT
- Free parking
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Relief Nursery Practitioner
Childbase Partnership —Milton Keynes
- £12.87 - £14.33 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Employee discount
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6d
Team Leader Children's residential home
PAST Care —Northampton
- £34,056 - £35,976 a year
- Overtime
- Supervising experience
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
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12d
Nursery Domestic Assistant
Childbase Partnership —Buckingham
- £12.87 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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12d
Nursery Cook / Chef
Childbase Partnership —Kettering
- £12.99 - £15.61 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Nursery Team Leader
Childbase Partnership —Aylesbury
- £17.38 - £17.73 an hour
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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6d
Registered Manager- Children's Residential
Keys Children —Kettering
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Driving
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Nursery Kitchen Assistant
Childbase Partnership —Aylesbury
- £12.87 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Kitchen experience
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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4d
Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover)
Childbase Partnership —Rugby
- £12.87 - £15.59 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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3d

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Designated Safeguarding Lead

Wieducate
Northampton

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Job details

Full-time
£38,000 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

On-site parking

Qualifications

Safeguarding Certification
Management
Working with children
Social Work England
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Location: WiEducate, 8 Cheyne Walk, Northampton (travel across North and West Northamptonshire)
Reports to: Directors
Contract: Full time- Permanent
Salary: £38 000

Requirements: Business insurance/access to a car (expenses will be paid)

WiEducate offers alternate education for 16-24 years who have been unable to access other education provision in the area. WiEducate works 1:1 and in small groups to support our young people to achieve their aspirations and successfully transition into adulthood.

Purpose of the Role

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is responsible for leading and managing all safeguarding and child/adult protection matters within WiEducate. The DSL will ensure that learners are safeguarded effectively, and that statutory responsibilities are met in line with relevant safeguarding legislation and guidance. 

Key Responsibilities

Safeguarding Leadership

Act as the lead professional for safeguarding across the provision.
Develop, implement, and regularly review safeguarding policies and procedures in line with current legislation including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Working Together to Safeguard Children).
Promote a strong culture of safeguarding and learner welfare across the organisation.

Managing Safeguarding Concerns

Receive, record, and assess safeguarding concerns raised by staff, learners, or external agencies.
Make informed decisions on appropriate actions, ensuring timely and effective responses.
Maintain accurate, confidential, and secure safeguarding records and case files.
Monitor ongoing cases to ensure appropriate support and outcomes for learners.

Referrals and External Liaison

Make referrals to external agencies, including children’s social care, adult safeguarding teams, police, and other relevant services.
Act as the main point of contact for safeguarding partners and attend strategy discussions where appropriate.
Ensure compliance with local safeguarding partnership protocols.

Attendance at Meetings

Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings such as:
Child Protection Conferences
Core Group Meetings
Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings
Adult safeguarding reviews (where applicable)
Advocate for learners and ensure their views and needs are represented.
Carry out and lead Family Help Conversations/Early help assessments

Training and Staff Development

Deliver safeguarding training and briefings to all staff, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
Provide updates on emerging safeguarding risks and local/national developments.
Support staff in understanding safeguarding procedures and responding appropriately to disclosures.

Support and Advice

Provide expert advice and guidance to staff on safeguarding concerns, thresholds, and appropriate actions.
Support staff following disclosures or complex safeguarding situations.
Promote safe working practices and professional boundaries.

Monitoring and Quality Assurance

Audit safeguarding practices and records regularly to ensure compliance and quality.
Identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement, reporting these to senior leadership.
Contribute to safeguarding reports for governors.

Additional Responsibilities

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice.
Contribute to wider organisational priorities, including equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the role.

Person Specification

Essential

Relevant safeguarding qualification or willingness to undertake DSL training.
Experience of managing safeguarding cases in an education or care setting.
Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and guidance.
Experience working with vulnerable young people, including those with Social, Emotional and Mental health needs.
Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with multiple agencies.

Desirable

Experience in a post‑16 or specialist provision setting.
Training delivery experience.
Knowledge of adult safeguarding processes.
Leadership or management experience.

Safeguarding Statement

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

Contact:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 01604 389075

Pay: £38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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child advocate jobs in towcester, nth

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Teaching Assistant

School Nurse - Specialist Community Public Health Nurse

Senior Lawyer (Child Care) Advocate

Foster Care For Children

English Teacher

Social Worker – Under 16s Team

Business Administrator

Science Teacher

Mobile Dispensing Optician

Maths Teacher

Residential Childcare Worker

Relief Nursery Practitioner

Team Leader Children's residential home

Nursery Domestic Assistant

Nursery Cook / Chef

Nursery Team Leader

Registered Manager- Children's Residential

Nursery Kitchen Assistant

Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover)

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