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Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Boston Endeavour Academy · Boston · Lincolnshire

Job description

At Boston Endeavour Academy, our pupils are our priority. We are a values-driven school where everything we do is guided by our ethos: Build, Empower, Achieve.

We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and our dedicated team works together to create an inclusive, nurturing, and ambitious learning environment where every learner is valued and supported to reach their full potential.

We are passionate about learning, and this is reflected in our carefully designed pathway curriculum. Through our multiple pathway approach, we meet the diverse needs of all our pupils, ensuring that each individual experiences success in a way that is meaningful to them.

At Boston Endeavour Academy, you’ll be part of a community that:

  • Builds knowledge through curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Empower pupils and staff with the tools, support and confidence they need to thrive.
  • Achieve goals with purpose, perseverance and passion.

The school is part of CIT (Community Inclusive Trust), a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream primary schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.

We are looking to appoint - A Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

If you are an enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated individual who shares our values and commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Come and be part of a school where values shape practice, and every day brings the chance to make a difference.

Please refer to attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role and to ensure your suitability for this role.

The benefits we can offer:

  • The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
  • A supportive induction process to help you develop within this role to be the best you can be and develop for your next career step.
  • Access to high quality continuous professional development opportunities.
  • A rewarding role where no two days are the same!
  • Flexible working opportunities from day one of your employment with CIT.
  • Access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
  • A Bike2Work Scheme

For more information about this role, or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Jessica Newcombe, Headteacher (enquiries@bea-cit.co.uk) or telephone 01205 345045.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Friday 19th June 2026

Interviews will take place: w/c 22nd June 2026

CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.

Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check.

About this school

Boston Endeavour Academy

Academy special converter · Ages 2–19

Not rated
Pupils
157
Avg teacher salary
£43,834
Pupil:teacher ratio
9.3:1
Academy trust
COMMUNITY INCLUSIVE TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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Location

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Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 0PX