Assistant Head of School, Safeguarding

Taylor's Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT HEAD OF SCHOOL, SAFEGUARDING

Reports to: Principal

WHO ARE WE?

Nexus International School (Singapore) is an empowering, learning-focused community. We strive to create an honest, open and innovative community with our learners, parents and peers. We believe that we have something unique and special here, we are proud to be different in the way we work; and how we teach and learn.

OUR CULTURE & PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS: THE NEXUS WAY

At Nexus, staff embody the "Nexus Way" by actively living four core pillars: cultivating respectful Relationships based on trust and respect, championing Inclusion that ensures a culture of belonging, driving Innovation through modern pedagogy and creative problem-solving, and finally demonstrating Mindsets that adapt to change with resilience. These expectations form the foundational culture for all our professional roles. The ideal candidate must be a "living example of the Nexus Way".

Job Description

The Assistant Head of School, Safeguarding is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of safety, protection, and wellbeing for all learners across the school. The role involves creating and sustaining a culture where every child is protected, valued, and supported to thrive.

The Assistant Head of School is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. The role will report directly to the Principal and will collaborate with the Head of Primary, Head of Secondary and General Manager. The duties and responsibilities shown below are not intended to be exhaustive and it is expected that the Assistant Head of School, Safeguarding will leverage their strengths to actively develop the role further.

Role And Responsibilities

Governance, Policy and Compliance

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant Taylor’s Schools Group and Nexus International School Singapore policies
• Ensure full compliance with UK statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, adapted for the international context.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, and best practice, ensuring compliance with local child protection laws
• Chair or Co-Chair the Safeguarding Team meetings, providing effective governance and oversight of safeguarding risks, improvement priorities, case management practices and safeguarding compliance requirements.

Collaboration and leadership

• Lead and manage the Counselling and Health Centre teams.
• Collaborate with Year Leaders and Learning Support teams to ensure a comprehensive support structure and care are in place for vulnerable students.
• Collaborate with the Principal, Heads of School, General Managers, Compliance and, when necessary, the Board on safeguarding matters and compliance readiness.
• Liaise with local authorities, embassies, and external child protection agencies where required.
• Work closely with the Taylor’s Schools Office VP for Safeguarding and Child Protection and contribute to the group’s communities of practice.
• Work with the People & Culture team and relevant Academic teams to ensure all permanent staff and third-party contractors meet background-check requirements.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the entire school.
• Line manage and train Child Protection Officers (CPOs) Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads in each part of the school.
• Coordinate safeguarding practices across Early Years, Primary, and Secondary, ensuring consistency and continuity.
• Support all staff in promoting a strong safeguarding culture in all aspects of school life.
• Collaborate with the Director of Digital Learning and Entrepreneurship to promote digital safety.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Head of School, Enrichment and Sports to manage after hours security protocols.

Training & Capacity Building

• Design, deliver, and evaluate safeguarding training for all academic and non-academic staff, including annual refreshers and induction for new joiners.
• Provide ongoing professional guidance and support for staff managing concerns.
• Deliver workshops for students and parents on child safety, online safety, and wellbeing.

Case Management & Record Keeping

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all safeguarding and child protection concerns.
• Manage and document