The Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Officer will be a key member of the Safeguarding Team. They will support Parishes and the Diocese with safeguarding activities and, 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.
The Diocese of Peterborough is a living, growing network of churches, chaplaincies and schools covering Northamptonshire, the part of Cambridgeshire formerly known as the Soke of Peterborough (i.e., the area of the present-day city of Peterborough north of the river Nene) and the County of Rutland. Its total population is c917,000
The Peterborough Diocesan Board of Finance is the central team that supports the Diocese of Peterborough. Our main office is based in the grounds of Peterborough Cathedral and we have another at the Lakes, Northampton. The Diocesan Safeguarding Team is going through a period of change and development and this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future approach to safeguarding across the Diocese.
Hours: 35 hours per week worked over 5 days with a 60-minute unpaid lunch break The normal hours are 08.30 to 16:30 Monday to Friday. Consideration will be given to flexible working arrangements. The post holder will be entitled to time off in lieu for attending meetings outside of office hours.
Place of work: The main place of work will be The Diocesan Office, The Palace, Peterborough, PE1 1YB. The role holder will be required to occasionally work at our Northampton office and attend other parts of the Diocese regularly as part of their role. Hybrid working can be considered.
Renumeration:
• Salary: £40,000pa
• Pension:10% employer non-contributory pension
• Annual Leave: 25 days per year plus Public Holidays and Christmas / New Year closure. This raises to 30 days after 10 years-service.
• A commitment to professional development and growth.
Probationary Period: Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
DBS: The Diocese of Peterborough is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Staff are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing Date: Thursday 12 February
Interviews at the Diocesan Office, Peterborough: Monday 23 February
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Please return all applications to victoria.kellett@peterborough-diocese.org.uk