Careers Site Advertising End Date
24 May 2026
Internal Advertising End Date
24 May 2026
Location
Heron Academy - Lambeth
Trust
Advertising Salary
£33,731.90 to £35,277.60 actual (£39,216 to £41,013 FTE)
Vacancy Type
Term Time Only
LSEAT - Schools

About the role:

London South East Academies Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust, sponsored by London South East Colleges. 
The Trust aims to provide outstanding education and training for young people across the region, bringing together specialist provision to provide a real alternative to mainstream education. 
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
  • The post holder will be accountable to the DSL 
  • To achieve the highest possible levels of attendance and well-being for all pupils at Heron Academy
  • To support the Senior Leadership Team in creating lasting improvement in the quality of provision through attendance with professionalism and high expectations.
  • To develop systems to ensure all key performance indicators are able to be measured appropriately on a regular basis.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB HOLDER:
  • To work in collaboration with SLT on pupil welfare and attendance.
  • To manage and take a lead on all multi agency working concerning pupil welfare within academy, liaising directly with SLT when required.
  • To work with the Attendance Officer to monitor the attendance of all pupils at Heron Academy daily and liaise directly with SLT/ external agencies when required using relevant data to report to key personnel.
  • To support the Attendance Officer in carrying out daily attendance calls, prioritising CLA, CP and CIN pupils.
  • Work with the most troubled families, providing necessary support and guidance and provide pathways to specific multi agency teams.
  • To work with the Designated Safeguarding Leading in monitoring all Safeguarding concerns at Heron on a daily basis, liaising directly with SLT/ external agencies when required. To include attendance at the safeguarding forum each week and providing minutes as required.
  • To be an initial point of contact for safeguarding issues for pupils, parents/ carers, staff and other key stakeholders.
  • To liaise with parents/ carers as point of contact for support/ welfare issues and attendance issues, including CAF and Social Care issues within academy.
  • Advise the SLT/ external agencies on any action that may be required regarding any pupil within Heron Academy.
  • To be available for pupils/ parents/ carers at Heron before and after school each day.
  •  Support induction of new pupils and their parents/ carers, including both academic and SEMH assessments, in conjunction with the therapy team.
  • To attend necessary training to support CPD for their role within the academy.
  • Attending all meetings both Heron Academy and externally.
Contacts & Relationships
  • To work in partnership with a range of agencies and providers as appropriate to deliver an outstanding provision in regards to safeguarding pupil welfare and attendance.
  • To work with the SLT on the Heron development plan and any other academy wide plans as directed.
  • To attend team meetings and participate in activities that support the senior leadership team in the maintenance of discipline and ethos.
  • To assist and support other members of staff to ensure the smooth running of Heron, including involvement in offsite activities.
General
  • To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Heron Academy policies and relevant to health and safety guidance and legislation.
  • To use IT systems as required to carry out duties of the post in the most effective manner.
  • To participate in performance management and undertake training and professional development as appropriate.
  • To undertake other duties appropriate to the post that may reasonably be required by SLT.
  • To ensure that all services within the areas of responsibility are provided in accordance with Heron's commitment to high quality provision.
  • At all times carry out the responsibilities of the post with regard to Heron's Equal opportunity policies.
  • Attend school-based meetings and complete relevant administrative tasks. 
  • Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, as required to ensure the efficient and effective running of Heron Academy.
  • Be physically fit and prepared to undertake positive handling training with all staff as required by the SLT.
  • Be prepared to use, and support other staff, using positive handling techniques as a last resort in conflict management.
 
Health and Safety
  • To take reasonable care for his/her own health and safety and any other person(s) who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work, in accordance with Health & Safety legislation.
  • To promote the protection and safeguarding of learners through the active implementation of relevant school policies and procedures with particular reference to: child protection policy, positive handling policy, behaviour policy and the staff code of conduct, and to raise any concerns relating to such procedures which may be noted during the course of duty.
  • You will be required to have a valid Enhanced DBS disclosure that will be rechecked every 3 years. 
The scope of this profile reflects the needs of the Trust at the present time; it is not intended to be a fully inclusive or exhaustive list. The post holder may therefore be expected to work flexibly and perform such other duties other than those given in the job description. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. The profile will be subject to continuous review as the needs and requirements of the Trust change over time. 
 

About Us

About Us

About the Trust

London South East Academies Trust is a growing and ambitious Multi-Academy Trust, currently comprising mainstream, special and alternative provision academies, alongside an outreach service and a music hub. Our schools are located across Bromley, Bexley, Sussex, Lambeth and Surrey, serving a wide range of communities and educational contexts.

Across the Trust, our schools share a strong commitment to raising attainment, encouraging aspiration and supporting social mobility for every pupil, throughout their educational journey and beyond. We take a holistic but personalised approach to education, recognising that children thrive when their individual strengths, needs and circumstances are properly understood and supported. This enables pupils to flourish and achieve their full potential, whatever their starting point.

We believe that great schools are built by great people. As a Trust, we invest in our staff through strong professional development and leadership opportunities, clear expectations and supportive structures. We actively encourage collaboration and the sharing of best practice across schools, supported by high-quality, cost-effective central services that allow leaders and teachers to focus on what matters most: improving outcomes for pupils.

London South East Academies Trust sits within the Elevare Civic Education Group, which also includes a multi-campus further and higher education college, London South East Colleges and a charitable foundation, Elevare Education Foundation. This unique structure provides meaningful progression pathways for pupils and families, as well as broad development and career opportunities for staff across the wider Group.

Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to change lives. By continuing to grow our Trust and welcoming new expertise and perspectives, we aim to strengthen our schools further and extend the positive impact we have on our communities.

Equal Opportunities

London South East Academies Trust is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we will offer an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you have accessibility needs or require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.

Please note that if a suitable applicant is identified, we may close the advert before the published closing date.

If you have any specific queries about the role, please contact us at [email protected].

As the Trust supports children and vulnerable adults, all roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, where relevant, a Children’s and/or Adult’s Barred List check. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if these checks are unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure is required as part of the recruitment process, and failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of a DBS certificate is likely to result in withdrawal of an offer. The Trust’s DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on request.

All appointments are also subject to verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with Home Office requirements. Original documentation will be required prior to commencement of employment.

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