Safeguarding Case Worker

Introduction

Please do not apply via Pathways. To apply, please visit General vacancies | The Diocese of Blackburn

We are looking for a person who can apply good safeguarding practice in a way that delivers positive outcomes for children and adults. You will need a relevant professional qualification, substantial practitioner experience.  It’s essential that you have up to date knowledge of safeguarding guidance and the management of cases of concern. If you are a team player and passionate about safeguarding, then we would love to hear from you!

The Safeguarding Case Worker will support the Church of England’s commitment to creating a safer environment by managing safeguarding concerns, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring that appropriate safeguarding measures are in place. The role involves working closely with clergy, church leaders, survivors, statutory agencies, and other safeguarding professionals to promote best practices in safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Our Diocesan Safeguarding Team is key in delivering on this commitment. Each parish is run by its own Parochial Church Council (PCC), and we provide safeguarding advice and guidance, and safeguarding resources and training to support them. We are currently seeking to grow and develop the diocese safeguarding function, with an opportunity for an experienced and motivated professional to help shape and deliver our work in this new role. 

The Safeguarding team currently comprises three safeguarding professionals. A safeguarding Training Officer, a Diocesan Safeguarding Officer and an Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Officer.  The team is also supported by a Safeguarding Administrator.  We are supplementing the team with this dedicated case worker role. The team is based at our diocesan office, located at Walker Office Park. Led by the Diocesan Secretary / Chief Executive.  The safeguarding team works alongside other teams that provide a range services in support of the mission and ministry of our clergy, churches, parishes and schools. This includes education, training, property, finance, HR and communications.

How to apply

For full details, including a job description, person specification, terms and conditions and how to apply, please visit General vacancies | The Diocese of Blackburn.