Safeguarding Support Officer - Birmingham Cathedral
Responsible to: HR & Safeguarding Manager
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days or equivalent)
Salary: £29,035.50 per annum (pro rata to 3 days)
Contract: 18-month fixed term contract
Place of work: Birmingham Cathedral (St Philips’), Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2QB
Pension: Birmingham Cathedral makes an 8% Employer’s Contributory, subject to employees meeting auto enrolment criteria
Annual leave: 36 days (pro rata to 3 days’)
The Safeguarding Support Officer will provide administrative and operational support to uphold the cathedrals safeguarding commitments. Reporting to the HR & Safeguarding Manager, the role supports safeguarding processes, ensuring effective handling of concerns and compliance with requirements.
The Safeguarding Support Officer will also coordinate safeguarding activity, support communication and escalation, and contribute to preparations for and delivery of the 2028 independent audit.
The Safeguarding Support Officer will have a wide range of duties. These will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assist the Single Point of Contact with the Independent Safeguarding Auditors, with the Cathedral’s day-to-day liaison supporting the exchange of information and documentation.
- Support with maintaining the safeguarding training database for all cathedral staff and volunteers which includes using the Safeguarding Hub.
- Regularly monitor the Cathedral’s Safeguarding Dashboard, and reporting on as required.
- Support with DBS checks, this is to include requesting the completion of renewals, liaising with Diocesan colleagues for basic checks and arranging meetings to view ID so that the HR & Safeguarding Manager (Parish Identity Verifier) can process.
- Assist with coordinating practical arrangements and evidence gathering in preparation for the Independent Safeguarding Audit in 2028, under the direction of the HR & Safeguarding Manager.
- Assist with taking minutes with AI assistance for Safeguarding Committee and Audit Task Group.
- Provide reports for internal safeguarding meetings as and where required.
- To attend the fortnightly Operational Safeguarding Meeting and take notes as applicable.
- Ensure all Safeguarding Sunday questionnaire responses are inputted and a report produced for relevant committee.
- Monitor cathedral safeguarding email inbox and action relevant correspondence.
- Triage safeguarding concern forms, deal with responses, updates and outcomes.
- Support with any outcomes which lead to cathedral ban notices.
- Assist with safer recruitment administration.
- Management of ad-hoc safeguarding operational projects where assigned.
- Ensure safeguarding information is kept secure, organised and up to date.
- Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as may be required by Chapter
This role is subject to a 3-month probationary period. This post is subject to a Basic DBS check.
Deadline is Tuesday 8th December 12 noon
Interviews to be held on Tuesday 15th December
Safeguarding Support Officer - Birmingham Cathedral employer: The Church Of England Birmingham
The Church of England Birmingham is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative initiatives that engage children, young people, and families in faith. With a strong commitment to community and spiritual growth, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation, alongside opportunities for personal and professional development. Located in a vibrant area, this role not only allows for meaningful impact but also provides a chance to be part of a dedicated team passionate about nurturing the next generation of leaders and worshippers.
Contact Details:
The Church Of England Birmingham Recruitment Team
