Current vacancies
Head of Safeguarding (DSL)
Start Date: ASAP
40 hours per week, Term time only + 4 weeks, permanent contract
Salary c. £45,000 per annum FTE + excellent benefits
Location: St Mary’s School, Cambridge
St Mary’s School, Cambridge is seeking to appoint an experienced and committed professional to the new senior role of Head of Safeguarding (Designated Safeguarding Lead).
Reporting to the Head and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will be the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the whole school, including the Junior School, Senior School, Sixth Form and Boarding. They will lead the team of Deputy DSLs and work closely with key pastoral leaders across the school.
This is a non-teaching, strategic role with responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the school, including online safety. The successful candidate will provide expert advice and guidance to staff, lead on complex safeguarding cases, liaise with external agencies, and ensure the school’s safeguarding policies and practices remain fully compliant with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and the National Minimum Standards for Boarding.
The Head of Safeguarding will promote a strong safeguarding culture, oversee safeguarding systems and case management, deliver and coordinate training, and provide strategic oversight to ensure the welfare and safety of all pupils. They will also work closely with governors and attend relevant external safeguarding forums.
The successful candidate will have:
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Significant experience in safeguarding and child protection, ideally in an educational or comparable setting
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Proven ability to lead and implement whole-school or organisational safeguarding strategies
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Strong knowledge of KCSIE and related statutory guidance
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Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
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The confidence to work collaboratively with staff, parents, governors and external agencies
This is a pivotal role within the school, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the safety, wellbeing and development of children and young people.
St Mary’s School, Cambridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all appointments are subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks.
How to apply
Candidate Pack/Job Description
Closing date for applications: 9:00am Wednesday 18 March 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 24 March 2026
We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
Teacher of Mathematics (Fixed Term – Maternity Cover)
Full-time | £30,965–£43,671 FTE (DOE)
1 September 2026 – 12 July 2027
Reporting to: Head of Mathematics
We are seeking an outstanding Teacher of Mathematics to join our high-performing and well-established department for a one-year maternity cover from September 2026.
The successful candidate will teach Mathematics across Key Stages 3–5. The ability to teach A Level Mathematics is essential, with Further Mathematics and support for university entrance preparation (STEP, MAT, TMUA) desirable. The role also includes form tutor responsibilities and delivery of PSHEE.
Our large and innovative department of seven specialists achieves excellent outcomes, including 50% A*–A at A Level (Mathematics and Further Mathematics) and nearly 50% Grade 7+ at GCSE. Students benefit from a strong enrichment programme, national competitions and successful progression to leading universities.
We are looking for a well-qualified graduate (PGCE/QTS desirable) with excellent classroom practice, strong subject knowledge and a commitment to academic excellence, safeguarding and wider school life.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving and ambitious Mathematics department.
How to apply:
Job Description:
Closing Date: 18 March 2026 8:00am
Interview Date: Week beginning 23 March 2026
We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
For further information, please contact the HR Department: HR@stmaryscambridge.co.uk
Application forms can be found at the right hand side of this page.