Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

About the Role

Looking to progress your career in a new state‑of‑the‑art, expanding school?

The Maritime Academy is seeking a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead with the safeguarding of our students. You will play a major role in initiatives and projects that may arise পড়ে help to improve outcomes for vulnerable children.

Support the DSL in reviewing Risk Assessments on a termly basis.

Assist with tracking and monitoring children engaging in alternative provision off‑site.

Attend a Child Protection Course and other training such as in Child Sexual Exploitation, Drugs and Alcohol, and E‑safety.

Experience working with children, young people, and families, dealing with barriers to education.

Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures, child protection issues, statutory legislation, tener guidelines and policies on attendance.

Working knowledge of school procedures would be desirable.

The Maritime Academy is proud to be part of the TSAT family. We embrace a cognitive approach to education and our values are aligned with the wider Trust family. This is an exciting time to join our organisation as we expand our network of schools.

Maritime Academy, a brand‑new secondary school serving the community of Medway, opened in September 2022 and moved into brand new premises in September 2024.

"The school is a welcoming and inclusive environment, where ‘excellence is a habit’. It exudes a strong sense of community." – Ofsted 2025

to learn more about our school and our vision.

We are a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

Learn more about our Vision and Values атыhere.

• Environment: A newly built school with a stunning teaching environment and state‑of‑the‑art technology.
• Pension Scheme Membership:
  Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support:
  Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training:
  Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust‑funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus:
  Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu primordial vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:
  You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend:
  Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Fitness and Wellness:
  Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully‑equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one‑stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Blue Light Card:
  School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more.

If you are interested in working in our school, benefiting from a supportive network of staff across our Trust we would encourage you to apply.

We stronglyлаб encourage any applicants who may be interested in working at our school to contact Kerry Masters, Office Manager, during school hours.ulli Kerry can be contacted at Ker to arrange an informal conversation.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email