Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager

About Newcastle United

We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey

The Role

Reporting into the Head of Safeguarding & Welfare, you will manage an effective Safeguarding and Wellbeing support service across club operations. You will ensure identified partners associated with the Club implement effective safeguarding and wellbeing arrangements for the activities they deliver with the Club. You will be an ‘expert in the room’ who brings to life the Club’s Safeguarding and Wellbeing strategies by developing ‘best in class’ working practices. You will champion the rights of children and adults at risk across the Club and all of its partners so that those engaging with the Club can achieve best outcomes and their wellbeing can flourish. Regular reviews of club and partner operations is integral to ensure they are compliant with relevant legislation, industry regulations and club policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Manage an effective Safeguarding and Wellbeing support service across club operations.
• Ensure identified partners associated with the Club implement effective safeguarding and wellbeing arrangements for the activities they deliver with the club.
• Develop ‘best in class’ working practices for Safeguarding and Wellbeing strategies
• .Champion the rights of children and adults at risk across the Club and its Partners
• .Conduct regular reviews of club and partner operations to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry regulations, and club policies and procedures

Qualifications

You will be educated to degree level in a related discipline or be able to demonstrate equivalent industry experience. It is also essential you have a level 3 Advanced Safeguarding Qualification or equivalent

Required Skills

Expert knowledge of safeguarding legislation, safe working practices, including the responsibilities of sports organisations and associated agencies

Preferred Skills

Management of a statutory support or pastoral service, involvement in evidence-based audits, understanding of elite sport, and the ability to develop strong working relationships working sensitively and confidentiality

Equal Opportunity Statement

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve there full potential

To Apply

Please click on the link below to apply and too see the full job description.

https://careers.newcastleunited.com/job/safeguarding-and-wellbeing-manager