Assistant Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead

Bromley Beacon Academy; Orpington; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bromley Beacon Academy invites applications for an exceptional Assistant Headteacher & Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). You will join our Senior Leadership Team to lead safeguarding, inclusion and improve outcomes for vulnerable pupils, with a reduced teaching commitment to maximise safeguarding impact.

You will be a visible leader, working with families and external agencies to promote safety, belonging and high expectations so every pupil can thrive at the academy.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding leadership and safeguarding policy implementation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and people-management skills.
• Track record of driving school-wide pupil wellbeing and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding and child protection across the academy.
• Oversee attendance, wellbeing, pastoral care and inclusion, including Looked After and Previously Looked After Children responsibilities.
• Provide high-quality safeguarding leadership while maintaining reduced teaching commitment.
• Collaborate with families and external agencies to support pupils' safety and outcomes.

Job description

Bromley Beacon Academy is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated Assistant Headteacher & Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate leader who is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of safeguarding and child protection across the academy, while playing a key role in the strategic leadership and daily management of the school. They will oversee attendance, wellbeing, pastoral care and inclusion, as well as fulfil the role of Designated Teacher for Looked After and Previously Looked After Children.

With a reduced teaching commitment, the postholder will have the capacity to provide high-quality safeguarding leadership, work effectively with families and external agencies, and drive whole-school improvement. They will be a visible and approachable member of the Senior Leadership Team who champions high expectations, promotes a culture of safety and belonging, and ensures every pupil has the opportunity to thrive.

This role would suit an ambitious and committed leader with strong safeguarding expertise, excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.