About the Role
Witherslack Group is seeking a full-time Group Safeguarding Lead based in Mitcham Junction, Mitcham, London. This role offers the opportunity to help protect children and young people, providing safeguarding leadership and supporting a consistent, child-centred approach across the group. You will help colleagues recognise concerns, respond appropriately and keep children's welfare at the heart of their work.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safeguarding guidance and support to colleagues across the group.
- Support effective responses to safeguarding concerns, including appropriate escalation and referral.
- Help review safeguarding policies and procedures in line with relevant legislation and guidance.
- Promote accurate, confidential record-keeping and appropriate information sharing.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and relevant external agencies to support children's safety and wellbeing.
- Support staff awareness and learning to strengthen safeguarding practice.
What You'll Need
- Experience of safeguarding children and young people, with the ability to guide and support others.
- A strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and child protection procedures.
- Sound professional judgement when handling sensitive or complex concerns.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
- A careful approach to documentation, confidentiality and information sharing.
- A full employment history covering all paid and unpaid roles from the age of 16 onwards, including roles not directly relevant to this position.
What's on Offer
- An advertised salary of £50,087, with the role information also stating a salary range of £42,363–£50,771.
- A full-time position based in Mitcham Junction, Mitcham, London.
- An excellent benefits package.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to children's safety and wellbeing.
How to Apply
Apply through this listing, ensuring your application includes your complete paid and unpaid employment history from age 16 onwards. Before proceeding, please note the recruitment timetable: applications close on 14 October, shortlisting takes place on 15 October and interviews are scheduled for 22 October.