Daffodil International School (English Medium) is seeking a committed, vigilant, and experienced Safeguarding Officer to lead the school’s child protection efforts. The successful candidate will serve as the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), working closely with the Principal and the Senior Leadership Team to promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment with zero tolerance for abuse, neglect, exploitation, and harmful behaviour.

• Implement and monitor compliance with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. 
• Act as the primary contact for student safeguarding concerns, disclosures, and allegations, and respond promptly in accordance with school policy and applicable laws. 
• Escalate serious cases to the Principal and refer them to relevant authorities and external child-protection agencies when required. 
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and secure safeguarding records, including incidents, referrals, and follow-up actions. 
• Conduct safeguarding induction and awareness training for teachers, administrative staff, support staff, volunteers, and other relevant personnel. 
• Conduct safeguarding risk assessments and monitor the school environment, including classrooms, playgrounds, transport, and school trips, recommending preventive measures. 
• Conduct periodic safeguarding audits, maintain compliance documentation, and prepare for internal reviews, inspections, and applicable Cambridge/British Council requirements. 
• Advise the Principal and Senior Leadership Team on safeguarding risks, incidents, and necessary improvements, and submit periodic confidential reports. 

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) from a recognized university. 
• Education, Psychology, Social Work, Child Development, or a closely related discipline from a recognized university. 
• Minimum 2 years of experience in safeguarding, child protection, or pastoral/counselling roles in a school, preferably an English Medium School. 
• Sound knowledge of child protection principles and safeguarding practices. 
• Excellent command of spoken and written English, with strong report-writing and interpersonal skills. 
• High level of integrity and discretion, with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.