Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Safeguarding Administrator to join our team at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Working as our Safeguarding Administrator provides essential administrative support to the healthcare organisation’s safeguarding arrangements, ensuring robust systems are in place to protect children, young people, and adults at risk.
You will support clinical and non-clinical staff in the safeguarding team, Working closely with the Safeguarding Lead, and external agencies.
Ensure safeguarding concerns are managed efficiently, confidentially, and in a timely manner, contributing to safe. No VISA sponsorship available for this role
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the Job Description for the full list of duties and responsibilities. However, some of the key requirements of the role are outlined below:
To support and strengthen effective safeguarding practice across healthcare services, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patients.
Maintain accurate, secure and compliant safeguarding records in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.
Facilitate timely reporting, monitoring and assurance of safeguarding activity, supporting robust governance and continuous improvement.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Safeguarding Administrator role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in an administration role database i.e. Access
- Understanding of Safeguarding and Medical terminology
- Experience of working in safeguarding.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in healthcare environment
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This advert is for Safeguarding Administrator with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Broomfield. It is listed as a Band 3 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,760 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Aug 2026.
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