Job Title: Operational Safeguarding Lead Location: Newhaven, East Sussex (Alternative Provision) Contract: Fixed term, Monday to Friday, 8:30–15:30 About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated Operational Safeguarding Lead to join an Alternative Provision in Newhaven. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety and welfare of all pupils, supporting staff, and maintaining high safeguarding standards. You will work closely with the Safeguarding Manager and senior leadership team to implement day-to-day safeguarding practices, manage referrals, and promote a culture of vigilance and care across the school. Key Responsibilities: Act as the first point of contact for safeguarding and child protection concerns. Manage referrals to external agencies, including Children’s Social Care, Police, and Early Help. Maintain accurate safeguarding records (CPOMS) and monitor attendance for vulnerable pupils. Provide guidance and support to staff on safeguarding policies and practice. Attend multi-agency meetings, case conferences, and reviews. Conduct internal audits and contribute to compliance reporting. Deliver safeguarding training and promote a culture of accountability. Oversee support plans for pupils with welfare, safeguarding, or attendance concerns. Person Specification – Essential: Level 3 Safeguarding/Child Protection qualification (or willing to undertake immediately). Experience as a DSL or DDSL in education, social care, or youth provision. Strong knowledge of KCSIE, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and local safeguarding procedures. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and record-keeping skills. Ability to manage sensitive information and work under pressure. Desirable: Experience in Alternative Provision or PRU settings. Background in teaching, social work, pastoral care, or inclusion support. Experience leading safeguarding casework and multi-agency working. Knowledge of trauma-informed or restorative approaches.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patsy Boguzas on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Patsy Boguzas&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031</strong></strong>