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Safeguarding Administrator

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

London, CR9 2RS

Salary

£30,630 to £32,346

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

20 September 2026

15 days left

Job description

The post will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications. To provide efficient and confidential administrative support to the CHS...

We are looking for a Safeguarding Administrator to work within the Croydon Health Integrated Safeguarding Team (CHSIST) to provide comprehensive and high quality administrative support to the team. If you have an interest in Safeguarding and want to be part of a team who protect those at a time where they are at their most vulnerable, this could be an ideal opportunity for you.

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.

  • **Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

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 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. 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.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.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

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

Desirable

  • Experience with EMIS and Cerner
  • Experience of working in a safeguarding environment
  • Working knowledge of NHS procedures

Education

Essential

  • Secretarial or administrative qualification. RSA 111 typing or equivalent word processing skills

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

3 September 2026

Last checked

5 September 2026

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About the employer

CHS
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

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