Based in West London, just 30 minutes from Clapham Junction, Rivers Academy West London is an Ofsted graded ‘Outstanding’ school with the SPACE Studio West London Academy graded ‘Good’. The campus is committed to supporting outstanding outcomes for our students and to fostering high levels of self‑worth within an inclusive Academy community.
Safeguarding Support Lead
Position: Safeguarding Support Lead
Type: Safeguarding
Curriculum: Key Stage 2‑4
Education Stage: Secondary with 6th Form
Department: Safeguarding
Role Overview
As the Safeguarding Support Lead, you will play a crucial role in supporting the safety and well‑being of our school. You will work closely with staff, students and families to ensure that safeguarding policies are upheld across the school community.
Skills and Qualifications
- A genuine interest in child welfare and safeguarding practices
- Strong communication skills with both young people and adults
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team within the Safeguarding Department
- Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail
- Willingness to learn new procedures related to safeguarding responsibilities
- Patience, empathy and resilience when working with staff, students and families
Values and Attitudes
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and respect for all individuals
- A caring approach focused on creating safe environments where every student can thrive
- Integrity in handling confidential information sensitively
- Proactive attitude towards identifying safeguarding concerns
- Dedication towards personal continuous development
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as ‘any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities’.
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