Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) - Whole School

About the school

Amity International School, Abu Dhabi is a British Curriculum International School with a renowned reputation for Sport, Music, Arts, and Academia. The school occupies a 15-acre bay-side campus with unique facilities on the perimeter of the UAE's capital. It provides an inspirational working environment with committed students and operates as a not-for-profit organisation.

The role

Amity International School, Abu Dhabi seeks a qualified Teacher to serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the whole school. The position combines classroom teaching with whole-school safeguarding leadership to ensure student safety and wellbeing in an inclusive learning community. The school offers one of the best salary and benefits packages locally.

Key responsibilities

• Teaching some lessons as assigned
• Leading the whole-school safeguarding team
• Ensuring appropriate staff safeguarding training
• Managing concerns and referrals
• Liaising with external agencies for child protection
• Maintaining secure safeguarding records
• Developing school safeguarding policies
• Advising staff on child welfare issues
• Promoting a safeguarding culture school-wide
• Contributing to the online safety curriculum
• Overseeing attendance

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher status with relevant degree
• Advanced training in safeguarding and child protection
• Previous experience as a DSL or Deputy DSL
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practices
• Experience leading staff safeguarding training
• Strong confidential record-keeping abilities
• Excellent communication skills with all stakeholders
• Experience in safeguarding investigations and risk assessments
• Ability to develop whole-school safeguarding policies
• Strong teaching skills with evidence of classroom excellence
• Experience in international or multicultural environments preferred
• Commitment to teaching a primary class alongside DSL duties

Amity International School follows International Task Force on Child Protection recommendations and maintains a full commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare through effective recruiting practices. All applicants must undergo child protection screening, submit a current police check from their home or residence country, and provide a minimum of two references including one from the current Head Teacher or Principal.

Benefits & package

• Competitive salary benchmarked against leading schools locally
• Modern teaching environment with supportive leadership
• Generous professional development and collaboration opportunities

How to apply

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob. After signing in, applicants may request the school contact details. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews, which may take place in Abu Dhabi or via Teams. The school may begin recruitment before the closing date, so early application is recommended.