Lead Designated Safeguarding Lead - Medina College

Job Posted: 4 July 2025

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: NJC SCP 5 - £27,711-£30,060 FTE (£22,533-£24,443 actual) Pay award pending
• Industries: Education

Medina College, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2DX

Interim Executive Headteacher: Mr Kam Bains

Deputy Headteacher / Head of VI Form: Mr Phil Pearce-Jones  

Tel: 01983 526523 Email: [email protected],uk Web: www.medina.iow.sch.uk 

Salary: NJC SCP 5 - £27,711-£30,060 FTE (£22,533-£24,443 actual) Pay award pending

Hours: 35 per week

Term time plus 1 day

Permanent contract

Medina College  is looking for Lead DSL to assist in supporting and including all students. The key responsibility is to take the lead responsibility for all safeguarding and child protection matters arising at the school (11-16 site) and supporting all other staff in dealing with any child protection concerns that arise.

Medina College including The Island VI Form is part of HISP MAT. The MAT is in its growth phase and the College is fast-paced, fun and caring environments in which to work and there are excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth and development. We believe in building excellent educational environments that inspire and unlock potential in all of its school communities. ?There are multiple schools within the Trust, covering the age ranges from nursery to 19 with plans to expand and grow quickly across our geographical location. 

If you feel you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic team, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

Please note that we cannot accept applications which are not submitted on the official application forms, and we do not accept CVs under any circumstances. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Online searches and references will be taken up for those candidates short-listed for interview. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Please send completed applications to [email protected]

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community

Closing date: 3pm Wednesday 16th July 2025