Designated Safeguarding Lead

About the job

Key information

Salary: Grade 10 (£37,280 – £41,771)

Working all year round (Annual leave to be mainly taken during School Holidays)

37 hours per week Specific hours by negotiation.

Required as soon as possible

What will I be doing?

Robert Blake School is seeking to appoint a Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our team. You will join a team of staff committed to improving the life chances of all young people in their care.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

You must have excellent administrative, ICT and organisational skills, attention to detail, and be confident in working with students and staff alike. You must be pro-active and flexible.

What is in it for me?

Robert Blake School is a thriving non-selective school of just under 1040 students. The school is built on strong relationships and in the near future will be joining the United Learning Trust whose vision is ‘The best in Everyone’. It is an exciting and rewarding place to work and our ethos of ‘Self-Discipline |Motivation |Aspiration |Respect |Togetherness’ lies at the heart of all we do.

The school is located less than 2 miles from Junction 24 of the M5 in Bridgwater and is in a stunning state of the art facility. We are committed to the continuous professional development of staff and will provide opportunities for you to shine.

DBS check

This post is subject to a criminal background check via the Vetting and Barring Service.

Supporting documents and information

Closing Date: Midday on Monday 9 March 2026

Date for interview: Monday 16 March 2026

Please apply by letter and application form, to Mrs D Downton by post or via email: HR@robertblake.org.uk . Application forms are available from the school or on the Robert Blake School website or apply on line below

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