Safeguarding Coordinator

WRU - Welsh Rugby Union; Pontyclun; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier sports organization in the UK seeks a passionate Safeguarding Co-Ordinator to manage safeguarding referrals and investigations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, with experience in sport governing body environments. You will work collaboratively with various teams to create safe and inclusive environments. The role includes managing digital processes for safeguarding and supporting clubs in developing safeguarding plans.

Benefits

Salary Sacrifice Pension

Life assurance scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free stadium parking

Gym access

Team Tactics hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Preferably experienced in safeguarding and regulatory matters.
• Experience working within a sport governing body ideally in safeguarding.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Record and manage all safeguarding referrals and concerns.
• Provide support in safeguarding investigations.
• Convene and organise WRU Safeguarding Panels.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Tools

Database management

Microsoft packages

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a talented Safeguarding Co-Ordinator to join our dynamic Integrity Regulatory and Competitions Team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for safeguarding and integrity in sport, and for collaborative working in both the community and professional game in Wales.

Responsibilities

• Record and manage all safeguarding related referrals and concerns, including evidence gathering, information sharing and multi-agency working.
• Provide support in safeguarding investigations, by evidence gathering and information sharing.
• Attend Child and Adult Protection professional strategy meetings and other safeguarding related meetings.
• Convene and organise WRU Safeguarding Panels relating to investigations and safe recruitment.
• Conduct risk assessments for safe recruitment in accordance with the WRU Safeguarding Policy.
• Carry out duties to help support the WRU/PS mission statement in line with the WRU Group values.
• Support other functions in the Integrity Regulatory and Competitions Team (Discipline; Player Welfare; Anti-Doping; Education and Training and Competitions) when required.
• Work with key partners to deliver Safe and Inclusive Environments.
• Maintain stakeholder engagement and share best practice through consultation groups and development of safeguarding resources and tools.

Person - Qualifications

• Preferably experienced in safeguarding and regulatory matters.
• Experience of working within a sport governing body or organisation, ideally within safeguarding or regulatory position.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Experience of database management.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.

The Role

• Responsible for recording and managing all safeguarding related referrals and concerns.
• Responsible for managing the digital case management process.
• Provide support in safeguarding investigations by evidence gathering and information sharing.
• Carry out safeguarding related meetings and participate in professional strategy meetings as required.
• Convene safeguarding panels relating to investigations and safe recruitment.
• Development of safeguarding resources to support Clubs and Regions.
• Assist clubs in developing Club Safeguarding Plans and support Club Safeguarding Officers and relevant personnel in member clubs.
• Support other URC Integrity and Competitions team functions when required.
• Working with key partners to deliver Safe and Inclusive Environments.
• Carry out duties to support the WRU/PS mission statement in line with the WRU Group values.

Key Relationships

• Integrity Regulatory and Competitions Team
• WRU Member Clubs, Regions and affiliated organisations
• Club Safeguarding Officers
• Community and Professional Rugby Staff
• External agencies (e.g., NSPCC, Ann Craft Trust, Welsh Sports Association, DBS, Sport Wales, Children Services, Police, etc.)

WRU Requirements

The WRU requires proficiency in IT skills (specifically Microsoft packages). Excellent written and verbal communication are essential, along with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh and a valid UK driving license is desirable. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The Perks

• Salary Sacrifice Pension (5% employee contribution, matched by WRU)
• Life assurance scheme
• WRU Group Ticket Allocation
• Employee assistance programme
• Team Tactics – hybrid working arrangements
• Free stadium parking and gym
• WRU Group store and tour discounts
• WRU Group partnership offers
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Our Values

The WRU Group is committed to developing a culture where all employees are equally valued and respected. Our aims, vision and mission are underpinned by our core values: Integrity, Excellence, Success, Courage, Family & Humour.

Inclusion At The WRU

The WRU Group is committed to building diverse, high-performing and engaged teams across Welsh Rugby. We are ambitious about providing a people-first culture where everyone can belong, be heard and respected. We are happy to discuss our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy (2024-2029) and you can read more about our commitment in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

Diversity monitoring

We know our services are better when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences in society. To support this, please complete a short monitoring form. The information provided will be anonymous and used to monitor inclusivity of our selection processes. You may select 'prefer not to say'.

To reflect the Welsh language requirements, a Welsh version is provided within the description above.