Head of Care and Safeguarding
West Heath School
Kent
- £55,000 - £59,000 per year
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 4/9/23
- Apply by:
- 24 February 2023
Job overview
We require a dedicated, knowledgeable, self-motivated professional to join the Senior Management Team as Head of Care and Safeguarding.
The role will see the successful individual leading the School’s ‘Outstanding’ Safeguarding and Residential teams. The postholder will be a key contributor to the School’s Senior Management Team by leading on staff safeguarding training, policies and procedures and acting as a role model/ key influencer for best practice within our school community. The role will encompass strategic planning within the forward development of the School in the areas of Safeguarding and Care.
You will be supporting students with their academic, personal and social development. This role is demanding and challenging, but very rewarding. All of our learners have EHCP’s and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as being equal to academic achievement. West Heath School works towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood. Applicants must be prepared to work in the school environment, including beyond the school day and occasionally at external locations when required.
Key Requirements
- Clear understanding of care and safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and best practice
- Relevant care management qualification
- Designated Safeguarding Lead experience
- Able to demonstrate a broad knowledge of trends and initiatives within the education sector and how this knowledge can be applied to the development and improvement of curriculum and care services
- Proven ability to deal with crisis and emergencies effectively
- An equality and diversity champion
- Full driving licence and use of own vehicle
- Strong analytical skills
- Able to make sound decisions under pressure
- Team player, proactive, creative and innovative
- Emotionally robust and resilient
Benefits
- Free lunch and refreshments
- Employee Assistance Support Line Service
- Regular mentoring and coaching
- Regular training from internal and external experts
- Career progression opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Discounted venue hire for parties/weddings
OPEN EVENING: WEDNESDAY 8th February 2023, 5.00pm until 7.00pm.
Closing Date: Friday 24th February 2023.
PROPOSED INTERVIEW WEEK: Monday 6th March until Friday 10th March.
The Job Description/Person Specification and Application Form are available on the School website under Vacancies.
Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check. Management positions will require a 128 Check.)
Attached documents
About West Heath School
Our School
West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access mainstream education.
Our Mission Statement
“REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH EDUCATION”
To support and empower every member of our community in the process of developing the capacity to accept and exercise responsibility; to demonstrate respect for themselves and others; to build and maintain relationships based on trust, respect and integrity; and to be courageous enough to continue to build the resilience necessary to flourish.
Our Values
Respect
Having respect for others, for ourselves and for our environment.
Responsibility
Having the courage to accept responsibility for our own actions and their consequences and taking the necessary action to do what’s right.
Relationships
Being open to the vulnerability that comes from building trusting and respectful relationships, knowing that through connection comes so much of what gives life value.
Resilience
Developing the courage to live life, accepting failure as part of learning and growth, and building the capacity to respond positively to adversity.
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