18hrs a week, over three days. Some hours may be worked from home, by agreement, however must be able to commit to work on Fridays Salary £18,850 (FTE £39,270) We are committed to the highest standards of safeguarding, supporting victims and survivors of abuse; and creating a positive safeguarding culture in every Church and worshipping community in every corner of our diocese. We are expanding our safeguarding team and this exciting advisory and support post will support our safeguarding casework, recordkeeping, risk management approaches, offer advice and guidance to our parishes; and support some of our wider safeguarding development projects. Our additional Safeguarding Adviser will help us ensure that the most vulnerable groups in our church communities are protected; will take responsibility for designated casework, and lead the provision of quality and timely advice, guidance and support for our parishes and worshipping communities. Championing the highest standards of safeguarding practice, record keeping, advice and guidance, within the Church of England’s range of policy and practice guidance and national safeguarding standards. Resourcing parishes, working with both clergy and lay people, to give them real confidence in their safeguarding practices. Being available for support and advice. Having responsibility for designated casework. Ensuring the provision of positive and supportive responses to victims and survivors of abuse. Ensuring the effective management of risk and the safe participation in Church life of those who pose a risk to children or adults. Liaising with statutory bodies as appropriate. Reporting to our Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel as appropriate Able to travel across the diocese for specific meetings and events, and work occasional weekends and evenings. Closing date: Monday 13th April, 9am. Interview date: Thursday 30th April