Job Description

Salary:

  • £30,611 – £35,289 per year / LSEAT Harmonised 24-28
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
02 November 2025
Apply by:
15 October 2025

Job overview

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and Attendance Officer

Responsible to:​ Deputy Headteacher and DSL
Grade: H24-H28 Term Time Only
Location: Endeavour Academy Bexley
Purpose of the Role
To support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in ensuring effective safeguarding practice across the school, promoting the welfare of all pupils, and fulfilling statutory duties under Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
 Additionally, to oversee pupil attendance, working proactively with staff, pupils, families, and external agencies to promote high levels of attendance and punctuality, reducing persistent absence and supporting pupils at risk.
Key Responsibilities
●Act as a first point of contact for safeguarding concerns in the absence of the DSL.
●Support the DSL in managing referrals to children’s social care, the police, or other relevant agencies.
●Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date safeguarding records using the school’s systems.
●Contribute to the development and implementation of safeguarding policies, procedures, and staff training.
●Support staff in recognising and reporting safeguarding concerns, ensuring a robust culture of vigilance.
●Attend and contribute to case conferences, core group meetings, and multi-agency meetings as required.
●Deliver or assist with safeguarding training and updates for staff and volunteers.
●Monitor safeguarding data and trends, contributing to reports for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and governors.