Role Summary
As set out in the Canons and Regulations of the Church of England, the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer has responsibility in the diocese, independent of The Bishop for the professional leadership on and management of matters relating to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.
The Diocese of Liverpool aims for excellence in all its safeguarding provision and is working to create diocesan culture where safeguarding underpins everything we do and where all clergy and church officers understand the need to deal sensitively and seriously with those who raise a safeguarding concern, or who disclose abuse. We seek to create a church where victim and survivors will have confidence that abuse will be taken seriously and they will be offered survivor centred support, therapy and, where appropriate, financial redress.
The safeguarding team is an integral part of our diocesan structures. The DSO reports directly to the Diocesan Secretary. The DSO also has a key relationship with the Bishop’s Lead for Safeguarding. The DSO plays a full role as a member of the Diocesan Senior Management Team. The DSO leads and manages a small Diocesan Safeguarding team that includes the Cathedral Safeguarding Officer.
Role Requirements and Person Specification
The DSO will be based at St James House, Liverpool. A flexible approach to working is required with regular travel across the dioceses and some work at weekends. The post-holder will be required to attend meetings, training or events regionally, provincially or nationally.
The person specification, together with the main duties and responsibilities of this post are outlined in the attached job description. The list of main duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and is intended to reflect your main tasks and areas of work.