Senior Safeguarding Lead This part-time role presents an exciting opportunity to lead, develop and deliver a comprehensive safeguarding programme for Newport County AFC. To provide strategic leadership and operational management of safeguarding at Newport County AFC, ensuring the highest standards of protection for our Academy players, children, young people, and adults at risk. The Senior Safeguarding Lead will ensure compliance with EFL, FA, PGAAC, and Barnardo’s audit requirements in association with the club’s current Academy Head of Safeguarding, embedding a culture of safeguarding across the club. Support the club’s EDI objectives in line with the EFL’s Code of Practice. About The Candidate Role Responsibilities & Key Duties Lead the development, implementation, and regular review of the club’s safeguarding strategy, policies, and procedures in line with statutory guidance, EFL/FA regulations, PGAAC, and Barnardo’s audit standards. Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the club, providing expert advice and support to staff, volunteers, players, and parents/carers regarding safeguarding concerns Ensure robust safer recruitment, induction, and ongoing training processes are implemented and maintained for all staff and volunteers Oversee and coordinate the management of safeguarding concerns, allegations, and disclosures, ensuring timely and appropriate responses, accurate record-keeping, and effective liaison with statutory agencies. Lead on safeguarding risk assessments for activities, events, and individuals as required. Deliver and/or commission safeguarding training, ensuring all staff and volunteers are aware of their responsibilities and are up to date with best practice Prepare and present regular safeguarding reports to the Board, including compliance updates, risk analysis, and recommendations for improvement. Ensure the club’s safeguarding policies are accessible, understood, and implemented at all levels of the organisation Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and best practice, and ensure the club’s practices reflect this Promote a culture of listening to children, young people, and adults at risk, ensuring their voices inform safeguarding practice and club decision-making. Liaise with the EFL, FA, PGAAC, Barnardo’s, and local safeguarding partners as required, ensuring compliance with all audit and reporting requirements. Support the club’s equality, diversity, and inclusion objectives, ensuring safeguarding practice is anti-discriminatory and inclusive. About The Club Please see our club policies here: https://www.newport-county.co.uk/club/policies