Diocese of Southwark
Southwark, London
Excellent Safeguarding policies, processes and practices are central to the mission and ministry of our large diocese covering South London and East Surrey. We are seeking a highly experienced safeguarding practitioner, to lead and manage a well-respected team, and ensure that the diocese maintains the highest standards of protection for children and vulnerable adults in accordance with national policy. Working in close collaboration with the National Safeguarding Team of the Church of England, support is provided for this role through regular professional supervision provided by the National Safeguarding Team, and encouragement for continuing professional development. The Head of Safeguarding has operational lead authority within the diocese for the National Safeguarding Standards, leading and overseeing work in these areas, and also plays a full role as a member of the Senior Management Team, in living out our values of transparent accountability, collaborative team working, respect for all, and the effective stewardship of resources. Main Responsibilities: To manage the diocesan safeguarding team, offering excellent practitioner expertise and overseeing sound triage, assessment and management of casework, actively liaising with relevant agencies, such as the police, probation services, and local authorities Leading and coordinating all aspects of safeguarding casework within the Diocese, ensuring that work is completed as required by Safeguarding Codes of Practice, House of Bishop's Safeguarding Guidance and all other relevant statutory guidance and legal responsibilities. Ensure that effective systems are in place for keeping all case files up to date by accurately and consistently recording actions taken on cases using the National Safeguarding Case Management System (MyConcern) To work with the Diocesan Bishop, senior clergy, the Diocesan Secretary, and other key staff to support, develop and improve the safeguarding practice and culture across the Diocese. Leadership, support and advice to the wider diocese including Southwark Cathedral in the development of its safeguarding arrangements, good practice, policy and training. To ensure that allegations of abuse are appropriately managed, and to actively liaise with relevant agencies, for example, police, probation services, and local authorities, and that support is provided to survivors and victims of abuse. Complete comprehensive risk assessments and safety plans for individuals who pose a risk in the church context To advise the diocese on all safeguarding matters ensuring that all advice is in line with the law, government guidance and national policy and guidance from the House of Bishops. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Case worker lead responsibility in cases involving the protection and safeguarding of children and / or adults (essential), with at least some of that experience gained in the statutory safeguarding agencies (desirable). Broader leadership and management responsibility and/or influence regarding the development of good safeguarding practice and healthy safeguarding cultures. Up-to-date knowledge of research and evidence-based practice models relevant to safeguarding. Experience of working with victims, survivors and perpetrators of abuse. Working with statutory and non-statutory organisations in managing safeguarding allegations and assessing risk. You must have a relevant professional qualification or equivalent extensive experience (for example, social care or criminal justice), with current professional registration where applicable. Experience of leadership and management, with an ability to operate at a strategic level, and influence the development of good safeguarding practice and healthy safeguarding cultures is important for this role. Self-starter able to lead and work independently and with experience of appropriate challenge to senior colleagues. Your experience of working with survivors of abuse will be important in ensuring that we provide appropriate support and advice for this important area of work. The Head of Safeguarding is not required to be a practising Christian but is expected to be in sympathy with the ethos of the church and share our values. About the Diocese Southwark is a diverse and vibrant Diocese in so many ways, from the energy of the inner city to the beauty of the Surrey Hills. We are one of the largest Dioceses in the Church of England, serving the people of South London and East Surrey. We take joy in the distinctiveness and variety of God's gifts and people. You will find churches that offer welcome, care and dignity in Christ's name to their parishes; chaplains walking along side those in education, hospitals, and prison; and pioneering communities seeking to reach out and serve in new ways. Our vision is founded on mutual commitment, speaking well of one another and walking together in the pilgrimage of faith. Supporting, encouraging, and resourcing each other in our common task, we seek to be a Diocese that is Christ centred and outward focused. The Diocese of Southwark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment. This appointments is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS (with Barred List/s) checks.
Excellent Safeguarding policies, processes and practices are central to the mission and ministry of our large diocese covering South London and East Surrey. We are seeking a highly experienced safeguarding practitioner, to lead and manage a well-respected team, and ensure that the diocese maintains the highest standards of protection for children and vulnerable adults in accordance with national policy. Working in close collaboration with the National Safeguarding Team of the Church of England, support is provided for this role through regular professional supervision provided by the National Safeguarding Team, and encouragement for continuing professional development. The Head of Safeguarding has operational lead authority within the diocese for the National Safeguarding Standards, leading and overseeing work in these areas, and also plays a full role as a member of the Senior Management Team, in living out our values of transparent accountability, collaborative team working, respect for all, and the effective stewardship of resources. Main Responsibilities: To manage the diocesan safeguarding team, offering excellent practitioner expertise and overseeing sound triage, assessment and management of casework, actively liaising with relevant agencies, such as the police, probation services, and local authorities Leading and coordinating all aspects of safeguarding casework within the Diocese, ensuring that work is completed as required by Safeguarding Codes of Practice, House of Bishop's Safeguarding Guidance and all other relevant statutory guidance and legal responsibilities. Ensure that effective systems are in place for keeping all case files up to date by accurately and consistently recording actions taken on cases using the National Safeguarding Case Management System (MyConcern) To work with the Diocesan Bishop, senior clergy, the Diocesan Secretary, and other key staff to support, develop and improve the safeguarding practice and culture across the Diocese. Leadership, support and advice to the wider diocese including Southwark Cathedral in the development of its safeguarding arrangements, good practice, policy and training. To ensure that allegations of abuse are appropriately managed, and to actively liaise with relevant agencies, for example, police, probation services, and local authorities, and that support is provided to survivors and victims of abuse. Complete comprehensive risk assessments and safety plans for individuals who pose a risk in the church context To advise the diocese on all safeguarding matters ensuring that all advice is in line with the law, government guidance and national policy and guidance from the House of Bishops. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Case worker lead responsibility in cases involving the protection and safeguarding of children and / or adults (essential), with at least some of that experience gained in the statutory safeguarding agencies (desirable). Broader leadership and management responsibility and/or influence regarding the development of good safeguarding practice and healthy safeguarding cultures. Up-to-date knowledge of research and evidence-based practice models relevant to safeguarding. Experience of working with victims, survivors and perpetrators of abuse. Working with statutory and non-statutory organisations in managing safeguarding allegations and assessing risk. You must have a relevant professional qualification or equivalent extensive experience (for example, social care or criminal justice), with current professional registration where applicable. Experience of leadership and management, with an ability to operate at a strategic level, and influence the development of good safeguarding practice and healthy safeguarding cultures is important for this role. Self-starter able to lead and work independently and with experience of appropriate challenge to senior colleagues. Your experience of working with survivors of abuse will be important in ensuring that we provide appropriate support and advice for this important area of work. The Head of Safeguarding is not required to be a practising Christian but is expected to be in sympathy with the ethos of the church and share our values. About the Diocese Southwark is a diverse and vibrant Diocese in so many ways, from the energy of the inner city to the beauty of the Surrey Hills. We are one of the largest Dioceses in the Church of England, serving the people of South London and East Surrey. We take joy in the distinctiveness and variety of God's gifts and people. You will find churches that offer welcome, care and dignity in Christ's name to their parishes; chaplains walking along side those in education, hospitals, and prison; and pioneering communities seeking to reach out and serve in new ways. Our vision is founded on mutual commitment, speaking well of one another and walking together in the pilgrimage of faith. Supporting, encouraging, and resourcing each other in our common task, we seek to be a Diocese that is Christ centred and outward focused. The Diocese of Southwark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment. This appointments is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS (with Barred List/s) checks.
Diocese of Southwark
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Pioneering Project, as we develop a variety of pathways to faith on the Roundshaw Estate. These include Meal & Meditation , Popcorn & Ponder and Tea & Toast , which give space for a diverse group of people to journey towards faith in Jesus within a relaxed, participative and friendly setting. With significant grant investment from the Church of England, we are now setting up a Pioneering Project to develop these pathways, with new innovative spaces being added along the way. We will then train and support other Estate partner churches across the Southwark Diocese to try out our approach, contextualising our models of mission to their communities if appropriate. This is a really exciting project that will make a huge positive difference to individuals and communities. As such, we are looking for an experienced Project Director to drive forward this project and oversee the team that will be recruited. This role is vital to ensure we deliver on the agreed outcomes of the project over 5 years, which will involve: recruiting and managing the new team members so they can thrive in their roles. developing our finance, IT and communications (inc. new website) processes to support the project. We would love someone in this role to have a passion for Jesus, a drive to make our processes and systems as fruitful as possible, with the ability to nurture a joyful and motivated team. The team includes a Pioneer Curate supporting the training of partner churches, a Children and Families Pioneer, Media consultants, and in 18 months will grow to include a Youth Pioneer, Music & worship Pioneer and additional Pioneer Curate. The team will be part of the existing Springfield staff team overseen by their Pioneer Vicar. You will have significant experience of managing and delivering successful projects and enjoy juggling multiple elements with proactive problem-solving skills. You will have a good understanding of how to manage budgets. You will work from our office in Wallington (SM6 9AA) at least 4 days per week and from home. We are looking for someone who ideally would join our congregation, so the role would best suit someone who lives within reasonable travelling distance of Wallington You can find out more in the information pack, attached below
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Pioneering Project, as we develop a variety of pathways to faith on the Roundshaw Estate. These include Meal & Meditation , Popcorn & Ponder and Tea & Toast , which give space for a diverse group of people to journey towards faith in Jesus within a relaxed, participative and friendly setting. With significant grant investment from the Church of England, we are now setting up a Pioneering Project to develop these pathways, with new innovative spaces being added along the way. We will then train and support other Estate partner churches across the Southwark Diocese to try out our approach, contextualising our models of mission to their communities if appropriate. This is a really exciting project that will make a huge positive difference to individuals and communities. As such, we are looking for an experienced Project Director to drive forward this project and oversee the team that will be recruited. This role is vital to ensure we deliver on the agreed outcomes of the project over 5 years, which will involve: recruiting and managing the new team members so they can thrive in their roles. developing our finance, IT and communications (inc. new website) processes to support the project. We would love someone in this role to have a passion for Jesus, a drive to make our processes and systems as fruitful as possible, with the ability to nurture a joyful and motivated team. The team includes a Pioneer Curate supporting the training of partner churches, a Children and Families Pioneer, Media consultants, and in 18 months will grow to include a Youth Pioneer, Music & worship Pioneer and additional Pioneer Curate. The team will be part of the existing Springfield staff team overseen by their Pioneer Vicar. You will have significant experience of managing and delivering successful projects and enjoy juggling multiple elements with proactive problem-solving skills. You will have a good understanding of how to manage budgets. You will work from our office in Wallington (SM6 9AA) at least 4 days per week and from home. We are looking for someone who ideally would join our congregation, so the role would best suit someone who lives within reasonable travelling distance of Wallington You can find out more in the information pack, attached below
