Safeguarding Officer/Deputy DSL
Ormiston SWB Academy, Bilston, WV14 0LN12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
October 2024
Closing date
13 September 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
13 August 2024
Job details
Job role
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £34,834.00 - £38,223.00 Annually (FTE)
Safeguarding Officer/Deputy DSL job summary
It is an exciting time for Ormiston SWB Academy. For the first time in our history, we have been recognised as a ‘Good’ provider by Ofsted and under new leadership, our inclusive, over-subscribed Academy aims to progress further.
Our CORE values of Character, Organisation, Resilience and Excellence give our pupils the platform to gain mental strength and be strong characters, which will enable them to lead secure successful futures, giving them a distinct advantage in life.
Our dedicated and specialist staff deliver a rich curriculum enabling our students to develop in a wide range of fields, whether this be through academia and/or personal development. We believe through nurture and hard work that every child has the potential to succeed.
We know and recognise that outstanding schools need great teachers, which is why we are committed to developing staff and leaders through weekly CPD/training, subject meetings, OAT networks and beyond.
Ormiston SWB Academy are looking to appoint a Safeguarding Officer to deliver outstanding provision to our students. You need to be determined to drive up standards, have a positive approach and be committed to making a difference. In return you will get to work in an innovative and supportive Academy that offers;
- Supportive and visible Senior Leadership Team
- Staff well-being initiatives
- Fantastic facilities and resources in our purpose built £25 million Academy
- Superb pastoral support
- Centralised detentions
- Incredibly friendly and supportive environment
- Staff benefit schemes
Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust, a MAT of 43 primary and secondary academies. The Trust’s vision is for all young people to have access to the highest academic, social and practical skills required to achieve their full potential. OAT support all staff so that they can enhance and develop their professional skills whatever their role within the trust.
Ormiston Academies Trust is an ethical sponsor, committed to improving the life chances of young people. We share their vision for all young people to have the highest academic, social and practical skills to allow them to lead a fulfilling life.
Ormiston SWB Academy welcome informal enquiries. To arrange a visit or discuss the role further please contact the HR Team at recruitment@oswba.co.uk or on 01902 493797.
Ormiston SWB Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
This post is advertised in accordance with OAT recruitment and selection policy.
Commitment to safeguarding
At Ormiston SWB Academy, we take seriously our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all students. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Ormiston SWB Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1184 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Ormiston SWB Academy website (opens in new tab)
It is an exciting time for Ormiston SWB Academy. For the first time in our history, we have been recognised as a ‘Good’ provider by Ofsted and under new leadership, our inclusive, over-subscribed school aims to progress further.
At SWB, we value manners, kindness and celebrate diversity. Our CORE values of Character, Organisation, Resilience and Excellence give our pupils the platform to gain mental strength and be strong characters, which will enable them to lead secure successful futures, giving them a distinct advantage in life.
We are very fortunate to have a dedicated team of specialist staff who deliver our ‘knowledge – rich’ curriculum enabling our students to develop in a wide range of fields, whether this be through academia and/or personal development. We believe through nurture and hard work that every child has the potential to succeed and become the ‘best version of themselves’.
We are confident that upon completion of their studies, our students will be able to seamlessly transition into the world of adulthood, having aspirations to succeed in whatever career they wish, making our fantastic community even stronger in the process.
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