Safeguarding Officer

Safeguarding Officer

London, SW1P (with some travel to parishes as required)

We are the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster, a faith‑based charity, home to the Archbishop of Westminster (Cardinal Vincent Nichols) and our beautiful Westminster Cathedral. As one of the leading Catholic dioceses in the country, we deliver our charitable mission through an extensive network of schools, parishes and social justice initiatives, with a commitment to positively impacting the lives of all members of society.

• Salary of £43,500 per annum
• 23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses
• Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services
• Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer
• Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance/Death in Service benefit

This is an excellent opportunity for a safeguarding professional with experience supporting children or adults at risk to join a respected organisation where safeguarding sits at the heart of our mission. You'll play a vital role in protecting and supporting vulnerable individuals, whilst developing your expertise and undertaking a mission‑critical role. A team committed to dignity, compassion and service will be available to help you contribute directly to the wellbeing and safety of those entrusted to our care.

As a Safeguarding Officer, you will support the delivery of National Safeguarding Policies across the Diocese in close collaboration with the Deputy Head of Safeguarding. You will ensure effective safeguarding practices are maintained across a wide range of settings, assist with the management of safeguarding concerns and complaints, and support survivors with sensitivity and care, ensuring cases are managed appropriately, confidentially and in line with agreed procedures.

You will also work collaboratively with safeguarding personnel, clergy, volunteers and external agencies, helping to strengthen safeguarding practice, deliver training and support the ongoing development of safeguarding across the Diocese.

Additionally, you will:

• Maintain accurate, confidential and up‑to‑date case records
• Present casework to strategic oversight committees
• Support safeguarding recruitment, induction and training activities
• Contribute to audits, annual reports and safeguarding reviews
• Deputise for the Deputy Head of Safeguarding when required

To be considered as a Safeguarding Officer, you will need:

• Experience working in a safeguarding role involving children and/or adults at risk
• The ability to manage complex safeguarding concerns and respond sensitively to disclosures
• A strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, policy and best practice
• The ability to challenge appropriately and advocate for those at risk
• Confidence working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• The ability to work calmly and effectively in a confidential and pressured environment

The closing date for applications is midday on 5th July 2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 29th July 2026.

Other organisations may call this role Safeguarding Advisor, Safeguarding Practitioner, Safeguarding Co‑ordinator, Safeguarding Case Officer, Safeguarding Lead, Safeguarding and Compliance Officer, Child Protection Officer, or Adult Safeguarding Officer.

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