Safeguarding Administrator in London inLondon PUBLISHED MON 14 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 3
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Job description
Job Summary
To provide efficient and confidential administrative support to the CHSIST, through the maintenance of accurate and up to date data systems, information sharing processes and effective team working.
The post-holder will work under the direction of the CHIST Senior Safeguarding Administrator and will be required to work to support the CHIST administrative team, Business Support Manager and any other members of the CHIST team in various departments to facilitate efficient information sharing across the hospital and community interface. They will liaise with the multi-disciplinary team, internal departments and external agencies to ensure continuity in achieving excellence in patient care.
Main duties of the job
Safeguarding Administrator (Band 3)
Attention to detail, with an ability to update databases accurately is an essential requirement for the role. We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate a methodical and logical approach to work. The post holder will be required to work to deadlines, and priorities within the office. Which at times can change so a flexible and initiative approach to your work is required. Previous experience of working with Partner Agencies is also sought but not essential.
The post holder will be required to coordinate their activities with other members of the Safeguarding Administration Team. Which include providing cover to other members of the administrative team when requested. Therefore, a team player approach is required to ensure an efficient and confidential service is provided.
Proposed Interview Date - 11th April 2025
About Us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. With around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.
Date posted
31 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£28,622 to £30,225 a year per annum incl HCAS (Outer)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
199-NN-6799432-FM-MT-B
Job locations
12-18 Lennard road
Croydon
London
CR9 2RS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification**
Person Specification
Experience Essential
To provide efficient and confidential administrative support to the CHSIST, through the maintenance of accurate and up to date data systems, information sharing processes and effective team working.
The post-holder will work under the direction of the CHIST Senior Safeguarding Administrator and will be required to work to support the CHIST administrative team, Business Support Manager and any other members of the CHIST team in various departments to facilitate efficient information sharing across the hospital and community interface. They will liaise with the multi-disciplinary team, internal departments and external agencies to ensure continuity in achieving excellence in patient care.
Main duties of the job
Safeguarding Administrator (Band 3)
- THIS ROLE IS OFFICE BASED
Attention to detail, with an ability to update databases accurately is an essential requirement for the role. We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate a methodical and logical approach to work. The post holder will be required to work to deadlines, and priorities within the office. Which at times can change so a flexible and initiative approach to your work is required. Previous experience of working with Partner Agencies is also sought but not essential.
The post holder will be required to coordinate their activities with other members of the Safeguarding Administration Team. Which include providing cover to other members of the administrative team when requested. Therefore, a team player approach is required to ensure an efficient and confidential service is provided.
Proposed Interview Date - 11th April 2025
About Us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. With around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.
Date posted
31 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£28,622 to £30,225 a year per annum incl HCAS (Outer)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
199-NN-6799432-FM-MT-B
Job locations
12-18 Lennard road
Croydon
London
CR9 2RS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification**
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience working in a secretarial / administrative role in the NHS or similar environment
- Experience of setting up office systems. Experience in Minute Taking
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant software packages
- Understand the importance of confidentiality
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills combined with an effective and courteous telephone manner
- Demonstrate honesty and integrity. Working within the Trust values. To portray a professional image at all times
- Ability to use own initiative. Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
- Ability and willingness to work flexible within the Teams structure
- Experience with EMIS and Cerner
- Experience of working in a safeguarding environment
- Working knowledge of NHS procedures
- Secretarial or administrative qualification. RSA 111 typing or equivalent word processing skills
- Minimum of 2 years' experience working in a secretarial / administrative role in the NHS or similar environment
- Experience of setting up office systems. Experience in Minute Taking
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant software packages
- Understand the importance of confidentiality
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills combined with an effective and courteous telephone manner
- Demonstrate honesty and integrity. Working within the Trust values. To portray a professional image at all times
- Ability to use own initiative. Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
- Ability and willingness to work flexible within the Teams structure
- Experience with EMIS and Cerner
- Experience of working in a safeguarding environment
- Working knowledge of NHS procedures
- Secretarial or administrative qualification.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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