Safeguarding Officer (Womens Football Department) Organisation Burnley Football Club Salary Competitive Location Burnley FC Training Ground Contract type Fixed Term (Full time) Closing date 13 July 2026 Job Description About UsBurnley FC is an established professional football club with a rich history, located in the heart of the town and its community, we believe that Burnley is a special place – a home to extraordinary people like you. Come and be part of our story!The RoleA new and exciting opportunity has become available for a Safeguarding Officer to join us at Burnley Football Club.You’ll play a key role in supporting the Club’s ongoing development and helping us deliver a first-class experience for players, staff, and supporters.About YouAre you passionate about football and looking for your next challenge in the game? The Safeguarding Officer will act as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns within the Women’s Football DepartmentThe ideal candidate will have:A professional safeguarding qualification or strong experience within safeguarding. You will also need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings and weekends.Role ExpectationsAs theSafeguarding Officer, youwill be expected to:•Provide front-line safeguarding support, advice, and coordination, ensuring all concerns are appropriately recorded, escalated, and managed in line with club safeguarding policies and statutory guidance.How to ApplyPlease apply via Burnley FC’s career page where you should submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining how you meet the role criteria, along with your educational and employment history. Please also provide an explanation for any gaps.Successful applicants will be subject to a social media check and an Enhanced Criminal Record Check (DBS) which will be paid forby the employer.The full job description can be found on Burnley Football Club’s website: Burnley FC CareersIf you require an alternative format of our job description and person specification and/or our application form, please contact the HR department at HR@burnleyfc.com.*Please note, should an adequate number of applications be received prior to the closing date, Burnley FC reserve the right to remove a job advert. How to apply https://careers.burnleyfootballclub.com/job/903788 Share X LinkedIn Email