Safeguarding Coordinator

Organisation

Palace for Life Foundation

Salary

£31,000 - £34,500 per year

Location

Selhurst Park Stadium

Contract type

Fixed Term (Full time)

Closing date

2 August 2026

Job Description

Job Overview

As Safeguarding Coordinator, you will support the Safeguarding Manager with ensuring that safeguarding is embedded throughout the Foundation, and that all participants are safe, valued and respected. You will be a passionate safeguarding professional, able to educate others, challenge appropriately and ensure that safeguarding is at the forefront of our work.

Job Description

Promote a strong safeguarding culture within the organisation, role modelling safeguarding best practice;

Be a visible and approachable point of contact for staff, participants and parents/carers for safeguarding concerns;

Provide safeguarding advice to colleagues, including signposting to relevant support and oversight of cases;

Triage safeguarding reports/concerns, giving guidance, making referrals, and liaising with parents/carers as needed;

Train staff to increase their safeguarding knowledge;

Provide safeguarding administration support, including administering DBS applications and completing school letters of assurance;

Deputise for the Safeguarding Manager in their absence.

Person Specification

Experience of working with and a passion for promoting the safety of children, young people and adults at risk;

Knowledge of statutory safeguarding guidance, and other guidance related to best practice and outcomes for young people;

The ability to exercise the highest standards of confidentiality, and to work sensitively with those affected by safeguarding concerns;

The ability to identify and challenge poor practice;

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including written, verbal and presentation skills;

The ability to visit sessions across South London, including occasional evenings, as required.

How to apply

Please apply via our website: https://palaceforlifefoundation.teamtailor.com/jobs/8052338-safeguarding-coordinator

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