Part-Time Safeguarding Operations Coordinator (22.5h)

The Church Of England Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

8% Employer’s Contributory Pension

36 days annual leave (pro rata)

Job summary

Birmingham Cathedral is seeking a part-time Safeguarding Support Officer to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for safeguarding commitments. Reporting to the HR & Safeguarding Manager, you will help manage safeguarding processes, handle concerns, and ensure compliance.

You will coordinate safeguarding activity, support communications, and assist with preparations for the 2028 independent audit, including minutes, reports, and diary management for safeguarding forums.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Single Point of Contact with the Independent Safeguarding Auditors, supporting information and documentation exchange.
• Maintain the safeguarding training database for all cathedral staff and volunteers using the Safeguarding Hub.
• Regularly monitor the Cathedral’s Safeguarding Dashboard and report as required.
• Support DBS checks: request renewals, liaise with Diocesan colleagues, and arrange ID viewing for processing.
• Coordinate practical arrangements and evidence gathering for the 2028 Independent Safeguarding Audit under the HR & Safeguarding Manager.
• Take minutes with AI assistance for Safeguarding Committee and Audit Task Group.
• Provide reports for internal safeguarding meetings as needed.
• Attend the fortnightly Operational Safeguarding Meeting and take notes.
• Input Safeguarding Sunday questionnaire responses and produce reports for relevant committees.
• Monitor safeguarding email inbox and action relevant correspondence.
• Triages safeguarding concern forms, responses, updates and outcomes.
• Support outcomes leading to cathedral ban notices.
• Assist with safer recruitment administration.
• Manage ad-hoc safeguarding operational projects and keep safeguarding information secure and up to date.
• Perform other reasonable duties as required by Chapter

Job description

Birmingham Cathedral is seeking a part-time Safeguarding Support Officer to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for safeguarding commitments. Reporting to the HR & Safeguarding Manager, you will help manage safeguarding processes, handle concerns, and ensure compliance.

You will coordinate safeguarding activity, support communications, and assist with preparations for the 2028 independent audit, including minutes, reports, and diary management for safeguarding forums.