Job Description

Admin Assistant
Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7DA
Salary: NJC 5 - 6 (£35,000 - £36,000) + Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Additional Benefits
Hours: Full time, 52 weeks
Contract: Permanent
PCD300124

Are you committed to making a difference in young people's lives?
We're seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Administrator to support our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and ensure the effective implementation of our safeguarding policies and procedures.
In this vital role, you'll help maintain accurate safeguarding records, coordinate meetings and reports, and act as a first point of contact for staff, parents, and external agencies. You'll play an integral part in creating a safe, supportive environment where every student can thrive.

We offer you:
• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Programme. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
The role is due to commence December 2025. This is a full time, permanent position.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwdeployment packaging toolinging response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
The organisation is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
The organisation embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

You'll need:
• Experience in education and strong knowledge of safeguarding/child protection
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Confidence using digital systems and databases
Bexleyheath Academy is proud to be a non-selective school in the grammar heartland of Kent. Bexleyheath Academy is quickly approaching capacity with students; in order to accommodate the demands of the local community and grow our skilled staff, we must expand.
The organisation is an organisation?
We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.