Director of Safeguarding

City of London School is seeking a qualified social worker for the new role of Director of Safeguarding. The role holder will be a member of the Senior Management Team and have oversight of all safeguarding matters in the school under the leadership of the Deputy Head, Pastoral. The successful candidate will have broad experience of childrens social care and safeguarding in an educational setting. Candidates will need exceptional communication and relationship building skills, and an excellent knowledge of the legislation and best practice relating to safeguarding in schools. Experience of managing others, delivering training and expertise in record keeping are also required.

The role will be based in school during term time with more flexible working arrangements available in the school holidays. Salary will be competitive, taking account of qualifications and experience.

We aspire to attract a staff that matches the social and cultural diversity of the CLS community. We welcome applications from anyone with the relevant skills and abilities, and particularly from those who may not previously have thought of applying to a school such as ours. We use CV Minder to anonymise applications.

CLS was named by the Sunday Times as London Independent Secondary School of the Year 2020, and occupies fine, modern buildings near St. Pauls Cathedral overlooking the Thames, opposite the Tate Modern. There are impressive off-site sports facilities in south east London.

City of London School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further information about the School and a copy of the most recent ISI Inspection report are available on the school website.

Closing date: Monday 22 April at 12pm

Interviews: Early May 2024