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Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager - Club & Partnerships

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Permanent

Competitive Salary

Closing Date 15 October 2024

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.

About 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.

Your impact

To do this, you will have expert knowledge of safeguarding legislation, safe working practices, including the responsibilities of sports organisations and associated agencies.

Your experience will include, management of a statutory support or pastoral service, management of a team of staff and involvement in evidence-based audits. An understanding of elite sport, and the demands placed upon young athletes, would be advantageous and the ability to develop strong working relationships working sensitively and confidentiality is paramount.

You will be educated to degree level in a related discipline or be able to demonstrate equivalent industry experience and you will have also successfully attended the FA Safeguarding Children and FA Welfare Officer’s Workshops. It is also essential you have a level 3 Advanced Safeguarding Qualification or equivalent.

About the team

Joining our passionate Safeguarding and Wellbeing Team you will report into our Head of Safeguarding and Welfare and will support our club & partnerships. A forward thinking “best in class” team who are growing and a looking for a self-starter with a passion for Safeguarding and Wellbeing.

Why choose us

We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In additional we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.

United As One

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 their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

How to apply

For further information on this role and about the club and our values please visit our careers page.

Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.

Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate