Designated Safeguarding Lead

4 days ago

Kuwait City, Al Asimah Dasman Model Bilingual School Full time

We are seeking a resilient and highly motivated Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our team at Dasman Bilingual School (DBS) in Kuwait.

About Cognita:

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique; however, our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they are starting from. We protect what's special about them while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger; ensuring they get an education that's, quite literally, world class.

Since 1996, Dasman Bilingual School has provided high-quality bilingual education in a safe and inclusive environment. We celebrate diversity and ensure that every student, regardless of background or ability, feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. With a student body representing various nationalities and abilities, we foster a progressive and welcoming atmosphere that promotes academic excellence and personal growth. Committed to internationalism and global citizenship, Dasman embraces a holistic approach to education empowering, engaging, inspiring, and motivating the youth of today to build a better future for tomorrow.

At DBS, we believe in never leaving anyone behind. Every student has unique skills, and we are committed to nurturing their potential to help them become productive, independent citizens. We recognize the importance of parental involvement and offer training sessions to keep families informed and engaged in their child's development.

Our goal is to become the first research-based practice school in the region, ensuring students thrive through evidence-based education. With science, innovation, and strong community support, we believe DBS can compete with top international schools worldwide.

We would be proud to have you as part of the DBS family.

About The Role:

This critical role will oversee safeguarding across all school divisions, including Special Education Needs, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle & High Schools. The DSL will play a key role in enhancing safeguarding reporting systems, ensuring compliance with policies, and fostering a culture of effective and contextualised safeguarding throughout the school.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a member of the DBS Leadership Team with the authority to implement safeguarding measures.
  • Provide training and support to staff, ensuring effective safeguarding procedures across all divisions.
  • Develop strong relationships with school leadership and safeguarding teams in each division to implement best practices.
  • Maintain and enhance safeguarding policies, reporting procedures, and compliance measures.
  • Ensure accurate record-keeping of safeguarding concerns using the CPOMS platform.
  • Manage safeguarding investigations, including low-level concerns and allegations.
  • Analyse safeguarding data trends to identify areas for improvement.
  • Work closely with external regulators and child protection agencies.
  • Ensure inspection readiness by preparing for external reviews and audits.
  • Act as a source of expertise and provide guidance to staff, students, and parents on safeguarding matters.
  • Participate in the Cognita Middle East Safeguarding Network, collaborating with colleagues in Health & Safety, HR, and Inclusion to uphold safeguarding standards.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

  • Level 3 Safeguarding Training.
  • Fluency in English and Arabic (verbal & written).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels.
  • Proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a designated safeguarding lead/management role or equivalent.
  • Experience with safeguarding reporting systems.
  • Strong emotional intelligence and compassion.
  • Ability to inspire and influence a positive safeguarding culture.
  • Experience working within an educational setting.
  • Familiarity with regional child protection laws, legislation, and international best practices.
  • Proven ability to analyse safeguarding data and trends.

At DBS, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for our students and staff. The successful candidate will receive contextualised training in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, playing a leading role in fostering best working practices at DBS.

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