Job Description

Become our Designated Safeguarding Lead and take charge at our brand-new school opening soon in Worksop!
You'll play a vital role in shaping safeguarding practices from the start, working with a passionate team to create a safe, supportive environment where every child feels protected and valued!
About Keys Group
At Keys, we provide specialist therapeutic education and essential support for young people with complex needs, including emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges.
We tailor learning for pupils who've struggled in mainstream schools or face risks like missing education, vulnerability, or exclusion.
Following the National Curriculum, our schools offer core subjects plus vocational courses and personal development.
With schools in various locations, including some alongside our residential homes, we create personalised learning to meet each pupil's unique needs.
Our mission is to build a supportive environment where every pupil can thrive. With strong Ofsted ratings, we're proud to lead in educational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Support students with individual needs, helping them believe in themselves and prepare for the future
Lead safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring strong protection across the school
Provide excellent pastoral care to all pupils
Understand and contribute to the school's improvement plans
Identify and report safeguarding trends to senior leaders
Build strong links with professional services and the community
Keep accurate records of behaviour incidents
Support behaviour and safeguarding across the school as needed
Requirements
A strong passion for supporting students with SEND
At least 2 years' experience in a SEND setting or similar provision
Commitment as a Designated Safeguarding Lead, believing every child deserves an outstanding education
Experience in a safeguarding role within education
Benefits of Joining Keys Group

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a 500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Commitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant
Keys Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training.
Safeguarding
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.