Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Tel: 01953 453116

Email: office@chapelgreen.norfolk.sch.uk

Website: https://www.chapelgreen.org.uk

Headteacher: Emily Severn

• Salary – Scale G, £16.61-£17.46 per hour to be negotiated
• Permanent
• Full Time
• 37 hours per week
• Job share/part time considered
• Term Time plus 1 week 
• Required as soon as possible

Due to the continued expansion, we require a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

We are a Complex Needs School for pupils with moderate, severe or profound learning difficulties between the ages of 3 to 19.  All pupils have different learning needs; they learn best when they are happy and excited about learning.

Chapel Green School is a supportive, challenging and happy learning environment, where all individuals are respected and encouraged to reach their full potential. 

We are seeking an experienced, dedicated, and compassionate Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our committed team. This is a pivotal role within our school, ensuring that safeguarding and the welfare of every child remain at the heart of everything we do.

As our Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will provide strategic leadership for all safeguarding and child protection matters, working collaboratively with staff, families, governors, and external agencies to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Consideration will be given for part-time or job share for the right candidate

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates..

The successful candidate will have:

• Significant experience in safeguarding and child protection within an education or children's services setting.
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and the Prevent Duty.
• Experience of working effectively with multi-agency partners and managing complex safeguarding cases.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and external professionals.
• A calm, resilient, and professional approach when managing sensitive and confidential matters.
• A commitment to promoting the welfare, wellbeing, and inclusion of every child.

Why Join Us?

At Chapel Green School, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment where staff are valued, developed, and empowered to make a real difference.

We offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Ongoing professional development and safeguarding training.
• Opportunities to contribute to school improvement and leadership.
• A collaborative team committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child.

For further details for this post, please go to - www.chapelgreen.org.uk or contact Mrs Sue Peacock, Chapel Green School, Attleborough Road, Old Buckenham, Norfolk, NR17 1RF via email as shown above.  

How to apply

A job description and cover letter are available from ‘Attachments’.

To download a copy of our application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button. Alternatively, contact Sue Peacock.

Completed forms should be returned to – office@chapelgreen.norfolk.sch.uk

Closing date:  1 September 2026, 12 noon

Interview date:  w/c  7 September 2026

Chapel Green School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This includes obtaining references and ensuring compliance with the DBS process. We are an equal opportunities employer and are part of the Norfolk Well-Being scheme.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online checks in line with statutory guidance, and all other pre-employment safeguarding checks.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.