Safeguarding Support Assistant

Safeguarding Support Assistant
Role: Admin & Clerical
Hours: 22.5 hours per week | Hybrid Working
Pay: £13.90 per hour
Duration: Temporary 24‑week assignment (until August 2026)
Location: Plymouth PL1

Join a team making a real difference.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the Plymouth Safeguarding Children Partnership (PSCP) Business Unit as a Safeguarding Support Assistant. This is a fantastic role for someone who thrives in a purposeful environment and wants their work to directly contribute to improving outcomes for children and young people across Plymouth.

Working closely with the Partnership Business Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality, efficient safeguarding support. You’ll help drive forward the PSCP’s vision and objectives, ensuring the partnership runs smoothly and effectively.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing administrative and organisational support to PSCP subgroups.
• Coordinating and maintaining systems, processes, and documentation to support daily operations.
• Supporting the management of projects and safeguarding activities.
• Administering child safeguarding practice reviews with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Managing multiple inboxes, calendars, and communications through Outlook.
• Creating and maintaining spreadsheets, agendas, and documents using Microsoft Office.
• Using Microsoft Teams confidently for meetings and collaboration.
• Applying AI tools to streamline and enhance administrative tasks.

What we’re looking for

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Confident use of Microsoft Teams.
• An understanding of how AI can support administrative work.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, solution‑focused approach.
• Someone who enjoys working both independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Enhanced DBS (in date or on update service)

Working pattern

• 22.5 hours per week
• Hybrid working: at least 1 day per week in the office, with the remaining days flexible and meeting‑dependent.

If you’re looking for a meaningful role where your skills genuinely matter, this is a brilliant opportunity to be part of a team committed to safeguarding and positive change.

If you’re ready for a rewarding role that keeps you moving and makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply using the link below or if you have any further questions, please contact Emily on 01752 601116 for more information.

Due to the high volume of applications expected, we may be unable to respond to everyone individually. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted. Please continue to check for other opportunities with Pertemps.