Safeguarding Assistant

We are seeking a Safeguarding Assistant based at South Chingford Foundation School (SCFS).

The role involves working closely with the DSL, Deputy DSL, and the wider Safeguarding Team to support staff in protecting the school community, promoting student welfare, and maintaining strong links with external agencies to provide guidance, advice, and coordinated safeguarding support. In addition, the role contributes to the work of the inclusion team by delivering targeted interventions and mentoring for a key caseload of high‑profile, vulnerable students.

South Chingford Foundation School (SCFS) and Chingford Foundation School (CFS) have 120 years of combined history and experience in delivering a positive, aspirational environment for our students to flourish. Whilst we have continued to adapt to the changing world around us with the creation of our Multi Academy Trust, our commitment to helping students of all abilities and backgrounds achieve their dreams has only strengthened. We are incredibly proud of our staff and students and passionate about driving improving standards across the Trust, aspiring to offer a world class education and professional development model for all.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 21st September 2026.

If you are interested in applying, please complete the My New Term application form, explaining how your skills and experiences would help you succeed in this role at Chingford Academies Trust.

Interviews: TBC

We reserve the right to close this vacancy or interview early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure Check.

The Trust requires that all adults who work with pupils promote pupil safety and wellbeing; adhering to Trust policies to ensure effective Child Protection and Safeguarding provision, either directly or indirectly.