Job title: Diocesan Safeguarding Caseworker
CONTRACT: Full-Time 37 hours per week
SALARY: £46,000 LOCATION: Hybrid (Three days in office) Diocese in Europe, Diocesan Office, 14 Tufton Street, London, SW1P 3QZ
Reporting To: Head of Safeguarding
About Us
The Diocese in Europe is the largest diocese of the Church of England, spanning 42 countries, 300 congregations, and a vibrant international community of clergy, volunteers, children, young people, and adults. Safeguarding is at the heart of our diocese. Map of the Diocese in Europe | Diocese in Europe We are committed to ensuring every chaplaincy is a safe, accountable, and nurturing environment, and we are looking for a skilled safeguarding professional to help us achieve this. This is a key professional safeguarding role with real impact.
About The Role
As a Diocesan Safeguarding Caseworker, you will:
Be responsible for managing safeguarding concerns and cases across the Diocese
Triage and assess concerns, escalating when required
Plan work effectively to ensure concerns are dealt with promptly and appropriately
Ensure Victims/Survivors and Respondents are listened to and kept appropriately informed
Support victims and survivors with sensitivity, dignity, and care
Provide confident, trauma-informed advice to chaplaincies, clergy, and safeguarding officers
Work closely with CSO and DST Managers to ensure robust, defensible decision-making and handling of concerns
Contribute to the safe management of individuals who may pose a risk to others
Ensure safeguarding practice is consistent, compliant, and reflective of national standards
Provide support to embed safeguarding as a core part of everyday ministry across Europe This role is varied, meaningful, and ideal for a safeguarding professional who thrives in a complex, international context.
Key Responsibilities Safeguarding Casework
Managing, safeguarding concerns and cases across the Diocese
Triage and assess safeguarding enquiries, concerns and referrals, escalating when required
Participate in the duty rota as required by the manager
Work within the National Safeguarding Standards Framework and the Managing Allegations Code of Practice
Support chaplaincies through safeguarding enquiries and investigations
Provide trauma-informed support, guidance, and signposting to victims and survivors
Maintain high-quality, legally robust records in line with Church of England guidance
Complete Risk Assessments of Respondents
Implement Church Safety Plans
Partnership Working
Liaise and collaborate with statutory agencies in the UK and internationally
Contribute to the development and monitoring of safeguarding agreements and risk assessments
Support local chaplaincy safeguarding officers and clergy in implementing diocesan safeguarding requirements
Policy, Practice & Assurance
Support the development of up-to-date safeguarding policy, practice guidance, training, and safer recruitment
Produce safeguarding data and reports to support governance, assurance, and continuous improvement
Promote a culture of proactive safeguarding, learning, and reflective practice Other
Take directions from the Assistant Head of Safeguarding as required
Actively participate in team duties as part of the wider safeguarding and diocesan teams, and contribute to wider safeguarding initiatives
Travel internationally at short notice when required
Person Specification
About You
You are a confident, reflective, experienced safeguarding practitioner who manages complex and sensitive situations with professionalism and care.
Essential Experience And Knowledge
Significant experience in safeguarding children, adults, and vulnerable groups
Experience managing complex safeguarding concerns
Strong knowledge and understanding of UK safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance
Experience working with relevant statutory agencies (i.e. children's services, adult social care, police)
Experience in producing accurate, high-quality safeguarding records
Understanding of safer recruitment and safeguarding compliance
Experience contributing to risk assessments and safety planning
A proven track record of working with Integrity, discretion, and respect for confidentiality
Able to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
Experienced in safer recruitment, risk management, or safeguarding agreements Essential Skills
Excellent judgement and ability to make defensible, proportionate decisions
Clear, confident communication skills across diverse audiences
Emotional resilience and strong professional boundaries
Ability to remain calm and empathetic in challenging situations
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple pieces of work
Confidence in escalation, advocacy, and professional challenge
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently
Strong commitment to safeguarding as a core organisational value
Reflective, self-aware, and committed to ongoing development
Qualifications
Professional qualification in safeguarding, social care, education, health, or related field
Safeguarding training at Level 4+
Minimum 5 years of safeguarding practice
Enhanced DBS (or equivalent) & right to work in the UK
Ability and willingness to travel, including outside the UK Desirable
Experience safeguarding within a faith-based or voluntary setting
Knowledge of Church of England safeguarding frameworks
Experience delivering safeguarding training or contributing to audits
GENERAL CONDITIONS
Diversity
How To Apply
We recognise the benefits of employing individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, bringing a range of talents. We aim to create a workforce that values others' differences, respects the dignity and worth of everyone, reflects the diversity of the nation the Church of England exists to serve, and fosters a climate of creativity, tolerance, and diversity that helps all staff develop to their full potential. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and to ensuring that all employees, job applicants, customers and other people with whom we deal are treated fairly and are not discriminated against. We want to ensure that we not only comply with the relevant legislation, but also do whatever is necessary to provide genuine equality of opportunity. We expect all our employees to be treated with respect and to treat others with respect. Our aim is to provide a work environment free from harassment, intimidation, or any form of discrimination that may affect an individual's dignity.
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Closing date: Monday 15 March :59 pm)
Shortlisting: 16 March 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 23 March 2026 (London)