Safeguarding Administrator

Ormiston Forge Academy; Cherry Orchard; Vor Ort; GBP 25.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ormiston Forge Academy is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding Administrator to support the safeguarding team. You will manage confidential records and monitoring systems, coordinate meetings with families and external agencies, and assist the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads to ensure safeguarding concerns are handled promptly and professionally.

We value discretion, organisation, and a compassionate approach to safeguarding.

Qualifikationen

• Must be discreet with sensitive information.
• Experience with safeguarding processes is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidential records and data.
• Ability to coordinate meetings with families and external agencies.

Aufgaben

• Maintain accurate and confidential safeguarding records and monitoring data.
• Support the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads with day-to-day safeguarding tasks.
• Coordinate meetings with families and external agencies to ensure timely actions.
• Help ensure safeguarding concerns are managed effectively and with care.

Kenntnisse

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Digital skills

Tools

Safeguarding systems

Jobbeschreibung

Work Where It Matters Most, Achieve What Matters More

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We are looking for a Safeguarding Administrator to join our dedicated safeguarding team at Ormiston Forge Academy. In this role, you will play a vital part in helping us create a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Your work behind the scenes will have a direct impact on the welfare and wellbeing of our students, ensuring safeguarding processes are managed with accuracy, care and professionalism.

Working closely with our Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads, you will provide high-quality administrative support across a wide range of safeguarding activities. From maintaining accurate and confidential records and monitoring safeguarding systems, to coordinating meetings with families and external agencies, you will help ensure that concerns are managed effectively and that vulnerable young people receive the support they need.

This is an opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference every day. If you are organised, compassionate and committed to supporting children and young people, your contribution will be highly valued.

Why you?

You are someone who understands the importance of discretion, professionalism and attention to detail when working with sensitive information. You take pride in being organised, proactive and dependable, and you are motivated by making a positive difference to the lives of young people.

You will bring:

• Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a confident, professional approach when working with students, families, staff and external agencies.
• A sensitive, discreet and solution-focused mindset, with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Good digital skills and the confidence to learn and use safeguarding and monitoring systems effectively.

Experience of working with children or young people in an educational setting would be an advantage, but most importantly, you will share our commitment to safeguarding and supporting every student to succeed.

At Ormiston Forge Academy, education is about more than just academics; it's about creating a sense of belonging and fostering a strong, supportive community. We live by the values of Resilience, Aspiration and Respect. These principles guide our efforts to nurture well-rounded students who are prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. We're more than just a school, we're a family.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefit.

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include:

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Automatic pay progression
• Generous pension and life cover
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through ourbenefitsplatform
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.

Our young people deserve nothing less than the best, so if you can be the best then we would like to hear from you!