Safeguarding Administrative Assistant

Overview

Role: Safeguarding Administrative Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Salary: £23,460.00 pro rata (£18,768.00 based on 28 hours per week)

Job Type: Maternity Cover – Contract to September 2026

Hours of work: 28 hours per week

Closing Date: Monday 26 January 2026

• Manage safeguarding records and meeting notes.
• Track training and report safeguarding data.
• Support production of statutory reporting.

• Strong admin and IT skills
• Empathy and good communication
• Experience in safeguarding or working with at risk people (desirable)

• Be part of a team that protects families and makes a real impact.
• Training and development opportunities provided.
• Join a friendly, values-driven team.

Please press the apply now button to be directed to our website. All applicants MUST complete an application form to be considered for the role that can be downloaded here:

For more information about this position, please visit the jobs page of our website  On the website you will find the job description (including person specification) and an online application form. Alternatively, a downloadable application form can be used and sent to

Please note, applicants who do not demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the role will not be considered for the position. Candidates must also demonstrate both at the application stage and interview that they are able to positively identify with Save the Family’s values.

Applications will be accessed upon receipt and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. An early application is therefore strongly advised.

We would be grateful if all applicants could fill in our equality and diversity monitoring form, which can be downloaded via our website.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Vicki on

Save the Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, therefore a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required with this post.

The job offer will also be subject to two satisfactory references. References should be from employers, or ex-employers. Family member references are not acceptable. If the role involves working with children, at least one reference from a previous employer where the role involved working with children should be provided.

Save the Family is an equal opportunities employer.