Cathedral Safeguarding Officer in Rochester

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced safeguarding professional to work as Cathedral Safeguarding Officer.

The post-holder will work with the Canon Chancellor in his role as Chapter Safeguarding Lead (CSL) to raise and maintain awareness and understanding throughout the Cathedral community of the safeguarding needs of children and adults, and actively promote a culture to ensure that safeguarding is of paramount importance.

The post holder will work closely and collaboratively with the Diocesan Safeguarding Team and other Safeguarding bodies.

All Cathedral employees are expected to work as a team to ensure the Cathedral fulfils its mission.

An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the post, please email The Reverend Canon Dr Gordon Giles, The Canon Chancellor of Rochester Cathedral (gordon.giles@rochestercathedral.org) and he will arrange a suitable time for a telephone conversation.

How To Apply

For further information, job description, person specification and application pack please visit the Cathedral’s website:

https://www.rochestercathedral.org/work-with-us

Application forms must be completed in full and emailed to: recruitment@rochestercathedral.org

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Rochester

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

10-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English