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Safeguarding & Inclusion Administrator
Safeguarding & Inclusion Administrator
Salary: Oakwood Scheme 8 (£30,404 to £33,752 FTE) (£26,740 to £29,685 pro rata)
Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time plus Inset days (39 weeks)
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly organised and discreet Safeguarding & Inclusion Administrator to join our dedicated pastoral team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring that our safeguarding, attendance, behaviour and SEND systems operate efficiently, enabling every student to receive the support they need to thrive.
Working closely with the Senior Deputy Headteacher, Designated Safeguarding Leads, SENCo and wider pastoral team, you will provide high-quality administrative support across several key areas of school life. No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, works well under pressure and has excellent attention to detail.
The Role
You will:
- Provide administrative support for safeguarding, attendance, behaviour and SEND.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records using the school's safeguarding systems.
- Liaise professionally with parents, staff and external agencies.
- Coordinate meetings, referrals and appointments, taking accurate minutes where required.
- Support attendance monitoring and behaviour administration.
- Assist the SENCo with SEND administration and student support processes.
- Ensure all information is handled with the highest levels of confidentiality and professionalism.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent administrative and organisational skills.
- Is able to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines.
- Communicates confidently and professionally with a wide range of people.
- Has outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
- Is resilient, calm and able to deal with sensitive information discreetly.
- Has strong IT skills and is confident using Microsoft Office (experience of school management systems is desirable but not essential).
- Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Why join us?
This is an opportunity to become part of a supportive and committed team where your work genuinely makes a difference to the lives of young people every day. We value our staff, invest in professional development and promote a culture of collaboration, wellbeing and continuous improvement.
If you are looking for a rewarding administrative role where you can contribute to an inclusive and caring school community, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please see our website www.opgs.org for more information and an application form. Completed application forms should be sent to jnichol@opgs.org for the attention of the Headteacher by the closing date of midday on Wednesday 15th July 2026.
Applications will only be accepted on the school application form: CVs and other forms are not accepted.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
OPGS is committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of background, identity, or personal circumstances and we actively promote equality of opportunity for all.
Sixth Form Student Study Support and Opportunities Coordinator
Sixth Form Student Study Support and Opportunities Coordinator
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (Term Time Only plus INSET Days plus one week during exam results)
Salary: Oakwood Scheme 6 £26,393 FTE (£20,819 pro rata)
Start Date: September 2026
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and student-focused individual to join our successful Sixth Form team as a Sixth Form Student Study Support and Opportunities Coordinator.
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our Sixth Form provision. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting students to achieve their academic potential, develop independent study skills and access the wide range of opportunities available to them as they prepare for university, apprenticeships and future careers.
You will oversee directed study sessions, support student attendance and engagement, monitor academic progress and work closely with students, tutors, teachers and pastoral staff to ensure every student receives the guidance and support they need to succeed.
The role also offers exciting opportunities to contribute to careers guidance, university applications, enrichment programmes, the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), and wider Sixth Form events, including enrolment and results days. In addition, the successful candidate will provide classroom cover across the school when required.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent organisational and communication skills
- Is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential
- Can build positive relationships with students, staff and parents
- Is confident using data and tracking systems to monitor progress
- Has a proactive and solution-focused approach
- Is able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Has experience of working with young people in an educational setting (desirable)
In return, we offer:
- A welcoming and supportive Sixth Form team
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- The chance to make a significant difference to students' educational journeys
- A positive and ambitious school community committed to excellence and inclusion
If you are passionate about supporting young people and would like to play a key role in helping our Sixth Form students thrive, we would love to hear from you.
How to apply:
Please see our website www.opgs.org for more information and an application form. Completed application forms should be sent to jnichol@opgs.org for the attention of the Headteacher by the closing date of midday on Monday 6th July 2026.
Applications will only be accepted on the school application form: CVs and other forms are not accepted.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
OPGS is committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of background, identity, or personal circumstances and we actively promote equality of opportunity for all.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint candidates before the closing date, therefore early applications are encouraged.
