Safeguarding Administrator

Newbury College, Inc.; Newbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym (£20/yr)

Employee Assistance Scheme

Free Annual Flu Jab

Staff Summer Event

Development opportunities

Flexible working options

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free onsite parking

Corporate discount scheme

Discounted nursery childcare on-site

Job summary

Newbury College is seeking a Safeguarding Administrator to provide essential administrative support, ensuring safeguarding processes are well-documented, coordinated and handled with confidentiality.

You will work with the Safeguarding Officer and Manager to manage administration, maintain records, prepare reports and assist with audits, ensuring high standards of safeguarding practices across the campus.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the Education sector preferred.
• Knowledge of safeguarding/child protection beneficial.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Safeguarding Officer in implementing quality improvement actions per the QIP.
• Assist Safeguarding Manager with administration and coordination.
• Provide high-quality administrative support to the safeguarding team.
• Maintain accurate safeguarding records and documentation.

Job description

We are excited to offer this new opportunity as a Safeguarding Administrator where you will play a key role in providing essential administrative support to ensure safeguarding processes are well-documented, efficiently coordinated, and handled with the utmost confidentiality. In this role you will:

• Support the Safeguarding Officer in implementing the safeguarding quality improvement actions as outlined in the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)
• To support the Safeguarding Manager in the management of the administration.
• Provide high-quality administrative support to the safeguarding team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safeguarding records and documentation.
• Manage confidential information in line with data protection and safeguarding policies.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, audits, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure all administrative tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard to support the smooth running of safeguarding procedures.
  Experience of working within the Education Sector and knowledge of Safeguarding/child protection
• The ability to respond well to a changing environment
• The ability to use initiative to deal with telephone calls and staff queries in a professional manner
• A calm and professional approach, with the ability to handle potentially distressing or sensitive information appropriately.
• The relevant skills needed in administration, such as good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact on our students' careers in our role of Safeguarding Administrator, we would love to hear from you.
  We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.
  Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Local Government Pension Scheme

Health and Wellness:

• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
• On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20
• Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
• Free Annual Flu Jab
• Staff Summer Event

Professional Development:

• Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
• Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement

Work-Life Balance:

• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life

Campus Amenities and Discounts:

• Free onsite parking
• Access to a corporate discount scheme
• Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
• Good value food and drink at the Street Café
• Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)