St Paul’s Cathedral – Assistant Safeguarding Officer

We are currently seeking an Assistant Safeguarding Officer to join our Safeguarding team in one of the most iconic buildings in the world, St Paul’s Cathedral.

Working closely with the Safeguarding Officer and the Diocese of London, you will play a vital role in embedding robust, up-to-date safeguarding practices throughout Cathedral life. This is a varied and impactful position, ensuring best practice across the Cathedral community.

Responsibilities

• Delivering exceptional standards of safeguarding practice throughout the Cathedral.
• Overseeing case administration.
• Record-keeping and database management.
• Contributing to progressive policy development.
• Coordinating comprehensive safeguarding training.
• Project work.
• Providing initial safeguarding guidance to staff and volunteers, escalating concerns as needed under the Safeguarding Officer’s direction.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding, welfare, social care, education, or youth work.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice for children and adults at risk.
• Ability to manage confidential records and sensitive information with integrity.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear, compassionate communication with staff, volunteers, and external partners.
• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• High discretion and professionalism.
• Good IT skills (databases, Word, Excel, secure systems).
• Emotional resilience and calm under pressure.

Benefits

• Our annual holiday allowance is 25 days plus 8 bank holidays.
• Our pension scheme allows for up to 7.5% employer contribution.
• Life assurance of four times basic salary and an employee assistance programme.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 pm, Sunday 1st February 2026.

Interviews are TBC.

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