Job Description

Safeguarding Administrator
Location: Tower Hamlets, London
Salary: Negotiable
Contract Type: [Full-Time]
Start Date: Immediately

About Us:
We are a dynamic and inclusive secondary school located in the heart of Tower Hamlets, committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for all our students. Safeguarding is at the core of everything we do, and we are looking for a highly organised and proactive Safeguarding Administrator to join our dedicated team.

The Role:
As our Safeguarding Administrator, you will provide essential administrative support to our safeguarding team, ensuring that processes run smoothly and efficiently. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, coordinating referrals, and supporting staff, students, and families with safeguarding matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and update safeguarding records and databases with accuracy and confidentiality.
Assist in the coordination of safeguarding meetings, referrals, and multi-agency communication.
Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with administrative tasks and reporting.
Monitor and track safeguarding concerns, ensuring timely follow-up and compliance with school policies and statutory requirements.
Act as a first point of contact for internal staff queries regarding safeguarding procedures.
Ensure that safeguarding documentation, policies, and training records are up to date.

Person Specification:

Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with high attention to detail.
Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures within a school setting (training can be provided).
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management.
Team player with a proactive and supportive attitude.

We Offer: