Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

About You We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate individual who is committed to making a difference in the lives of pupils. You should have a strong understanding of education and a desire to support the growth of every child. The ideal candidate will be a team player, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a thriving learning environment. Whether you are an experienced educator or looking to take the next step in your career, you will be expected to bring a positive, proactive attitude to your work and a commitment to continuous improvement. About the School Our school is part of a collaborative and dynamic Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) that fosters an inclusive and ambitious learning community. We are dedicated to providing high-quality education, creating an environment where every individual is encouraged to reach their full potential. Our school culture promotes collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do. About the Trust BMAT is a thriving community of schools, committed to providing an outstanding education for every student attending one of our schools. We create environments where individuals matter, confidence flourishes, and every child can achieve exceptional outcomes. We currently oversee seven secondary academies and five primary academies, primarily located in Harlow, with additional sites in Newham and Stansted. The Trust’s vision is clear - to work together to smash through the barriers that prevent children from becoming confident, high-achieving, and independent individuals. What can BMAT offer you? BMAT provides a range of benefits to support your personal and professional well-being: Enhanced and flexible PPA Generous employer pension contribution through Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme Private healthcare benefits, including 24/7 Doctorline access Home and electronic salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to work Discounted Gym membership through salary sacrifice Lifestyle and discount savings Workplace nursery fee salary sacrifice scheme via Yellownest 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support BMAT Education is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)