Grade 8 £40,323.00 pa to £42,201 pa
35 hours per week
All year round
Required: ASAP
We are looking to appoint a committed professional with experience in student support, to the role of Inclusion Officer & Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) at William Perkin CE High School.
About the school
William Perkin Church of England High School was opened in 2013 and is part of the Twyford Church of England Academies Trust. Its GCSE results in its first two years of exams placed it in the top 10 schools in the country in terms of progress and it has grown a large and flourishing sixth form. The school is founded on the successful systems and approaches of Twyford CE High School, with the principle difference that it is a distinctively Christian school with open admission criteria. The school is rated ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted (June 2015) and SIAMS (October 2016) and is oversubscribed on first choice applicants.
The role of Inclusion Officer & DDSL is an exciting opportunity for a committed and forward-thinking individual to work with senior school leaders to provide vulnerable students, including looked after and previously looked after children, with intervention support to enable them to make outstanding progress. You will work on resolving key barriers to progress including behavioural difficulties, attendance problems, social and family issues.
You will address key barriers to learning such as behavioural challenges, attendance concerns, and social or family issues. As Deputy DSL, you will collaborate with the Head of Safeguarding and Inclusion to ensure that safeguarding policies and procedures are implemented effectively, maintaining the highest standards of student safety and wellbeing.
About you:
A strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures is essential, alongside a clear understanding of the statutory responsibilities relating to attendance, behaviour, and child protection. The role also involves convening and leading meetings and preparing detailed reports as well as liaising with and referring to external agencies. Experience of working with a range of professionals, including local authority services, social care, and external professionals is essential.
We offer:
* Excellent working relationships at all levels
* On-the-job learning and development opportunities
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
How to apply
Application forms and job descriptions can be downloaded from the school website https://twyfordacademiesweb.eploy.net/vacancies/vacancy-search-results.aspx
The school is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at:https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance–2
Closing date: Application forms to be submitted to the school by Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Interview date: W/C 3rd November 2025