Cheder Compliance Manager – United Synagogue

The Wohl Enterprise Hub; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization in London is seeking a Cheder Compliance Manager to oversee safeguarding and compliance across cheder sites. The successful candidate will lead audits, ensure policy implementation, and coordinate training for staff. Experience in safeguarding and relevant qualifications are required. This permanent position offers flexible working hours with a commitment to community values.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and compliance roles.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and policies.
• Ability to implement and monitor educational policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding audits for United Synagogue Chedarim.
• Monitor compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Coordinate training for cheder staff.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Policy implementation

Training coordination

Education

Relevant professional qualifications

Job description

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Cheder Compliance Manager – United Synagogue

• Permanent

Permanent

Hours

Location

North Finchley, local cheder sites, and home working

Sector

Operations

£25,000 per annum

31st August 2025

WORKING HOURS: 20 hours per week (including 4 hours on a Sunday)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Compliance and Safeguarding Oversight

• Lead on safeguarding audits and quality assurance across all United Synagogue Chedarim.

• Ensure that all cheder staff have completed appropriate safeguarding training and maintain current certifications.

• Monitor compliance with the United Synagogue’s safeguarding policies and procedures.

• Maintain central safeguarding records and follow all internal and statutory reporting and escalation procedures.

• Conduct regular site visits to assess and support safeguarding and operational practice.

• Liaise with local authorities and relevant agencies on safeguarding matters when required.

• Ensure safe recruitment processes are adhered to by all cheder settings.

• Operate in line with relevant legislation and guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and the Children Acts 1989/2004.

• Provide guidance to Head Teachers and community stakeholders on best practice in safeguarding and compliance.

2) Policy Implementation and Quality Assurance

• Monitor and support the consistent implementation of United Synagogue education policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, and governance procedures.

• Act as a central point of contact for queries relating to cheder policy and compliance.

• Assist in the development and roll-out of new or revised policy frameworks as required.

• Report regularly to the Director of Schools Strategy on trends, issues, and improvements required across the Chedarim network.

3) Training and Support

• Coordinate centralised safeguarding and compliance training opportunities for cheder staff.

• Share best practices across settings and facilitate peer learning where appropriate.

• Provide compliance-focused advice and resources to Head Teachers to support their operational delivery.

GENERIC DUTIES

• Committed to the aims of the United Synagogue and act as an ambassador for the organisation.

• Comply with The United Synagogue’s policy and procedures and code of expectations.

• Bring to the attention of senior staff any health and safety requirements, which become obvious.

• In the event of any immediate danger, to take the appropriate action to reduce risk to physical danger to employees, members, contractors, volunteers, children, parents, visitors or staff.

• Work collaboratively with other colleagues across the organisation to ensure that United Synagogue can achieve its vision, mission, and strategy.

• Undertake appropriate training as requested by your line manager in conjunction with the Human Resources Department and be committed to own continuous professional development.

• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Chief Executive or other designated senior staff/undertaking such other duties that occasionally fall within the purpose of the post.

• Maintaining high levels of discretion and confidentiality at all times.

For more information and to be personally recommended for the role, please contact [e-mail]