Contract
Permanent
Salary
In the region of £22,000 per annum.
Hours per week
The normal working week for the role will be 25 hours.
Deadline for applications
9am Monday 31 March 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced safeguarding professional to make a real contribution to the Cathedral’s commitment in the further development and improvement in our safeguarding practices.
The Cathedral Safeguarding Officer will play a vital role across the broad Cathedral community of staff and volunteers ensuring all our activities are conducted in a manner which reflects the highest standard of safeguarding culture and practice.
Role Summary
The role of the Cathedral Safeguarding Officer is to maintain and build on the strong culture of safeguarding at Durham Cathedral, and carry out an effective safeguarding role as a key visible member of the Cathedral team. The role holder will promote awareness and understanding throughout the Cathedral community of staff, volunteers and worshippers of the needs of children and vulnerable adults and actively promote the philosophy that their interests are paramount.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the development and implementation of Cathedral safeguarding arrangements, good practice, policy and training. The Cathedral Safeguarding Officer will make sure that safeguarding risks are appropriately managed, and ensure that the Catedral is applying any emerging national policies, procedures and best practice so that our ways of working continue to remain current.
The role carries responsibility for safeguarding casework, including ensuring that allegations of abuse are promptly and appropriately handled, and where appropriate referred to the statutory authorities. Further, the role holder will effectively communicate and engage with survivors and victims of abuse.
The Cathedral Safeguarding Officer will advise the Cathedral on all safeguarding matters ensuring that all advice is in line with the law, government guidance and national policy and guidance from the House of Bishops. They will work collaboratively with the Diocese and the National Safeguarding Team. This includes playing a leading role in the preparation for the upcoming INEQE safeguarding audit of Durham Cathedral and Durham Diocese scheduled for May 2025.
Timeline
- Closing date for receipt of completed application forms: Monday 31 March, 9am
- Interview date: Thursday 10 April 2025
Who works here?
Our dedicated clergy and staff, supported by around 700 volunteers, support our mission as we welcome over 750,000 visitors each year.
Staff benefits
In addition to an employees' salary and leave entitlement, benefits include an optional healthcare scheme including discounted gym membership and links to discounts at local market places.
