Safeguarding Support Assistant (8513)

Adult Learning; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Norfolk is seeking a Safeguarding Support Assistant for a 12-month temporary contract. This role requires supporting educational safeguarding teams while promoting children's welfare. Candidates must possess strong communication and IT skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing needs. The position offers flexible working options and a competitive salary, contributing to the safeguarding of children in Norfolk.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Local Government Pension Scheme

Financial benefits through Norfolk Rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and supporting education.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions.
• Motivated and personable with a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support the effective delivery of Local Authority’s statutory duties.
• Assist in the Education Safeguarding and Attendance Teams.
• Provide administrative support to Operation Encompass.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Organisational skills

Adaptability and flexibility

Job description

Job Description

Safeguarding Support Assistant | 8513 | secondment opportunity/temporary contract to cover maternity leave for 12 months | 37 hours per week | £24,790 to £25,183 per annum | Grade D | Norwich

We have an opportunity to be part of an innovative team that makes a difference to the education and safeguarding of children in Norfolk. If you are committed to delivering excellent support as part of a busy team, then we would welcome your application.

You will be expected to work across the Education Safeguarding, Attendance, and Children Missing Education Teams to support the effective delivery of the Local Authority’s statutory duties in these areas and to promote the safeguarding and welfare of children.

You will need to work on your own initiative and make decisions whilst working within the statutory framework and NCC procedures. We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-organised individual who is efficient, motivated, personable, and able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and IT skills. You must have excellent communication skills, demonstrate initiative, work collaboratively with colleagues, and be able to work under pressure and prioritise workloads.

Adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn new skills are key to this role.

As you will be required to offer administrative support to the delivery of Operation Encompass at times, you will need to successfully complete an Enhanced DBS with Barred List Check.

If you have any questions about this post, please contact Kelly Waters (Senior Advisor) at 01603 307729 or email [e-mail].

Before applying, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate that you meet the criteria.

Benefits of working for Norfolk County Council include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options such as flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Financial benefits like employee discounts through Norfolk Rewards, Blue Light card, relocation expenses, and travel expense advances
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions, life assurance, and dependants’ pensions
• Tax-efficient schemes for extra pension contributions and bikes
• Access to a car lease scheme for low-emission vehicles
• Referral bonuses for hard-to-fill roles

For more information, see our Terms and Conditions here.

Already a Norfolk County Council employee? Apply for internal and external vacancies via myOracle using your @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email.

Note: Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk due to restructuring or in redeployment.

Redeployment closing date: 03 August 2025

All other applicants closing date: 10 August 2025

About Norfolk:

Norfolk boasts miles of coastline, the Broads, vibrant market towns, and a city with a rich cultural heritage. Our economy is growing, driven by sectors like energy and food, with ambitious plans for housing and school development. Norfolk is a great place to live, work, and visit, offering an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow, and innovate.

As the main local authority for Norfolk, we serve over 850,000 residents, working with elected Members and partners to provide high-quality services, involving communities in shaping these services and promoting efficiency and innovation.