Designated Safeguarding Officer

Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused charity in the UK seeks a Designated Safeguarding Officer to lead safeguarding efforts. Responsibilities include acting as the main contact for safeguarding, managing concerns, and upholding high standards for vulnerable groups. Ideal candidates will have professional safeguarding experience, strong communication skills, and experience with children and vulnerable adults. This role offers a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus length of service

Access to rewards platform

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programmes

Exclusive local discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and vulnerable adults
• Ability to manage a caseload
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding excellence within the Foundation
• Serve as the main contact for safeguarding concerns
• Implement procedures and provide training to promote safeguarding

Skills

Professional safeguarding experience

Effective communication skills

Case management proficiency

Job description

Overview

Role: Designated Safeguarding Officer (Foundation)

Location: 136 Freshfield Road offices, Brighton, BN2 0BR and locations around Sussex that the Foundation work from

Hours: 35 hours per week, which could include evenings and weekends

Job Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 6th February 2026

About Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation

We are the official charity of Brighton and Hove Albion FC, using the power of football to change lives. We are passionate about delivering high quality, inclusive and impactful community programmes that help children, young people, and adults get active, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing throughout Sussex. If you share our commitment to making a difference in our communities then we d love you to be part of the team.

Role objectives

Lead the way in safeguarding excellence for the Foundation

You will be the face of safeguarding within the foundation and be a visible member of the wider charity team to help build a supportive safeguarding structure and network. You will serve as the main contact for all concerns and be responsible for implementing procedures and training to promote the safeguarding of participants, staff, and environments. Your work will uphold and enhance a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring high standards for vulnerable groups.

Am I right for this role?

We are looking for someone with professional safeguarding experience who has worked directly with both children and vulnerable adults. You should be skilled at managing a caseload and familiar with using a case-management system. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as you will need to effectively interact with a wide-ranging of stakeholders that includes children, adults with disabilities, safeguarding professionals, senior managers, and coaches.

Our values

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

How we say thank you

In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to:

• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
• Enhanced family policies
• Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season
• In-house training programme and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact the team.

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

Right to work

This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.