Regional Safeguarding Lead – Northwest

THE METHODIST CHURCH; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in the UK seeks a safeguarding officer to join its new regional team. The successful candidate will manage cases, conduct risk assessments, and provide training and advice to Methodist churches, primarily in the West Midlands. This position demands relevant professional qualifications and experience in child and/or adult protection. The organization values inclusion and employee wellbeing, offering generous leave and benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

On-site Wellbeing Adviser service

Occupational pension scheme with 8% match

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding roles related to child and/or adult protection.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments effectively.
• Strong communication and advising skills for churches.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of safeguarding officers to manage individual cases.
• Undertake regular risk assessments and lead training.
• Provide professional advice to Methodist churches.

Skills

Risk assessments

Child protection knowledge

Adult protection expertise

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

A community-focused organization in the UK seeks a safeguarding officer to join its new regional team. The successful candidate will manage cases, conduct risk assessments, and provide training and advice to Methodist churches, primarily in the West Midlands. This position demands relevant professional qualifications and experience in child and/or adult protection. The organization values inclusion and employee wellbeing, offering generous leave and benefits.