Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer (Deputy DSL)

Term Time Plus, 6 weeks We have an established and supportive safeguarding team at Drapers' Academy that cares for, monitors and supports all pupils and their families with any safeguarding concerns. Our Safeguarding team consists of the DSL, DDSL, Pastoral Managers and Senior Leaders who work together to ensure that all pupils are kept safe in school. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Safeguarding and Inclusions Officer, who cares about the welfare and safety of children, to join our team and further enhance the support we can offer our pupils. Hours:

• 36 hours per week (Mon - Thu - 8.00-4.00 / Fri 8.00-3.30)
• Term time plus 30 days including Inset Days. You will be required to work over some of the school holidays and on occasions may be required to stay late to deal with safeguarding issues. This will be discussed with your line manager.
Drapers' Academy has much to offer:
• A clear vision to deliver high standards of education and serve our community
• A committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Proactive staff led Wellbeing Team and wellbeing activities
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme provided by the Education Support Network, offering support, information and advice
• State-of-the-art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
• Committed, generous sponsors: The Drapers' Company and Queen Mary University of London
• Class size averaging 25
• Live marking approach
• Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
• An employer who invests in the development of staff with a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Free onsite gym
• HES Rewards (discounts to various high street shops and online stores)
• Eye care scheme
• Centralised detention model
• Our own 6th Form area dedicated to A Level teaching
• Cycle to work scheme
• Membership of the Havering Teacher Training Partnership and the Ambition Institute to support
• ECT induction, teacher training and CPD of staff at all levels
• Fully subscribed
• Staff events at Drapers' Hall
• Short bus journey from Harold Wood (Cross Rail) train station
• Additional non-contact time for instructional coaching
• Collegiate coaching CPD and additional Breakfast CPD
• Opportunity to apply for NPQ qualifications
• Close proximity to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and the A12 for ease of access from London, Kent, Essex or Hertfordshire
• Ample free, secure, on-site parking
• Close to Harold Wood Station on the Elizabeth Line
We welcome staff who wish to visit the school in advance of application. To arrange this, please contact slucey@drapersacademy.com Applications should be made online. Full details of the post, including the link to the application form, can be found at www.drapers-schools.com/44/current-vacancies Closing date: 9.00am on 7th November 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early upon appointment of a successful candidate. Drapers' Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Employees may be asked to work in any Drapers' Multi-Academy Trust location.

We have an established and supportive safeguarding team at Drapers' Academy that cares for, monitors and supports all pupils and their families with any safeguarding concerns. Our Safeguarding team consists of the DSL, DDSL, Pastoral Managers and Senior Leaders who work together to ensure that all pupils are kept safe in school.


• 36 hours per week (Mon - Thu - 8.00-4.00 / Fri 8.00-3.30)
• Term time plus 30 days including Inset Days. You will be required to work over some of the school holidays and on occasions may be required to stay late to deal with safeguarding issues. This will be discussed with your line manager.
Drapers' Academy has much to offer:
• A clear vision to deliver high standards of education and serve our community
• A committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Proactive staff led Wellbeing Team and wellbeing activities
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme provided by the Education Support Network, offering support, information and advice
• State-of-the-art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
• Committed, generous sponsors: The Drapers' Company and Queen Mary University of London
• Class size averaging 25
• Live marking approach
• Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
• An employer who invests in the development of staff with a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Free onsite gym
• HES Rewards (discounts to various high street shops and online stores)
• Eye care scheme
• Centralised detention model
• Our own 6th Form area dedicated to A Level teaching
• Cycle to work scheme
• Membership of the Havering Teacher Training Partnership and the Ambition Institute to support
• ECT induction, teacher training and CPD of staff at all levels
• Fully subscribed
• Staff events at Drapers' Hall
• Short bus journey from Harold Wood (Cross Rail) train station
• Additional non-contact time for instructional coaching
• Collegiate coaching CPD and additional Breakfast CPD
• Opportunity to apply for NPQ qualifications
• Close proximity to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and the A12 for ease of access from London, Kent, Essex or Hertfordshire
• Ample free, secure, on-site parking
• Close to Harold Wood Station on the Elizabeth Line