Associate Director: Safeguarding, Counselling & Wellbeing

Are you passionate about creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for students? DN Colleges Group is seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Director: Safeguarding, Counselling & Wellbeing to lead and shape our student support services across Further and Higher Education.

This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for ensuring students have access to high-quality safeguarding, counselling and wellbeing support. You will work closely with senior leaders and manage dedicated teams to deliver impactful interventions that enhance the student experience and promote a culture of safety, resilience and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the College’s Designated Safeguarding Lead and represent the organisation on external safeguarding bodies.

Lead and manage the Safeguarding, Counselling, Wellbeing and Learning & Behaviour teams.

Develop and implement robust strategies, policies and quality assurance processes across all areas of responsibility.

Provide strategic leadership and contribute to the College’s planning, reporting and inspection readiness.

Deliver staff development, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks.

Essential Criteria

Degree or equivalent in Safeguarding, Counselling, Social Work or a related subject.

Proven experience of leading teams within an educational setting.

Demonstrable experience in safeguarding or counselling roles.

Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.

GCSE Maths & English (Grade A*–C or equivalent).

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary

30 Bookable annual leave days, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.

Professional development opportunities.

Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.

On-site gym & florist (site dependent).

Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops.

Important Information

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Closing date: 7th September 2025

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For further information about the role, please contact staff.recruitment@dncolleges.ac.uk.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us shape a safer, healthier future for our students.