Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Officer in Moulton

As a key member of the Safeguarding Team, the Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Officer supports Parishes and the Diocese with safeguarding activities, whilst providing advice and guidance to ensure that the Diocese of Peterborough continues to be a safe place to live, worship and work. The Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Officer will be a dynamic and compassionate individual with responsibility for a caseload which is managed in line with the law, national statutory guidance and policy set by the House of Bishops and National Church of England Safeguarding Team.

Main Duties

• Safeguarding casework: Undertake safeguarding casework on behalf of the Diocese of Peterborough and ensure all work is conducted in adherence to the House of Bishops safeguarding policy and guidance. Manage, investigate, lead and conclude designated cases.
• Risk assessment and monitoring: Undertake risk assessments on offenders and those that may pose a risk who want to worship, volunteer or work in churches across our Diocese. Compile Safeguarding Agreements in relation to those where a risk is identified; monitor and review these as necessary in collaboration with the parish and statutory agencies.
• Safeguarding support, advice and promotion: Ensure appropriate pastoral support is arranged for those affected by abuse and/or safeguarding situations as appropriate. Commit to responding well to those who have experienced abuse. Offer guidance and advice to parishes on their safeguarding enquiries and referrals.
• Partnership and multi-agency working: Form and maintain productive, professional relationships with parishes, clergy, senior clergy, parish volunteers and PSOs. Work collaboratively with other agencies, both statutory and non-statutory, to ensure that there is an effective safeguarding response to children and vulnerable adults.
• Information management: Ensure that the principles of GDPR, confidentiality, health and safety and safeguarding are adhered to in all aspects of your work. Maintain accurate records of safeguarding activities on the MyConcerns database in accordance with recording protocols and good practice guidance.
• Deputising and professional development: Deputise and provide cover for other staff in the Safeguarding Team as necessary. Engage in professional supervision as part of the Diocese’s commitment to staff welfare. Commit to continuous professional development and undertake training to maintain an up-to-date understanding of national and local safeguarding policies and best practice.

This job description outlines the principal duties and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive. The role may evolve in line with diocesan priorities, national safeguarding developments, and organisational need.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Qualifications: Relevant Professional qualification or equivalent (i.e. Social Work, Probation, Police etc.). English and Math GCSE (or equivalent) at grade C (level 5) or above.
• Knowledge and Experience: Experience of safeguarding children and/or adults in a voluntary or statutory sector. Experience in risk assessment and risk management in relation to offenders/offending behaviours and those that may pose a risk.
• Personal Qualities: High levels of enthusiasm and self-motivation with a willingness to challenge stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination and bias. Good organisational and planning skills; able to work unsupervised and collaboratively as part of a team.

Further Details

• Location: The main place of work will be The Diocesan Office, The Palace, Peterborough, PE1 1YB.
• Hours: 35 hours per week (FTE).
• Holidays: Annual leave of 25 days per year plus public holidays and Christmas/New Year closure (3 days).
• Pension: 10% employer non-contributory pension.
• DBS: Given the nature of this role an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required.