At a glance

Skills

Safeguarding

Where

REMOTE, W1W 7LT

Remote opportunity

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month, 1-3 hours / week or 3-7 hours / week

Deadline

31 May 2025

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Welcome to Reach Volunteering. We are a community and registered charity that connects people, skills and good causes.

To apply for this role, and any other on our platform, you need to be based in the UK, have at least three years of experience using the skills you wish to volunteer in a professional capacity or have lived experience (for trustee roles). Read more about our criteria.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Safeguarding Officer to join our counselling service. The Safeguarding Officer will be responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our clients, staff, and volunteers. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring safeguarding policies and procedures, providing training and advice, and managing safeguarding concerns and referrals.

What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have:

Significant experience in safeguarding, preferably within a counselling or similar setting.
A thorough understanding of relevant safeguarding legislation and guidance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A commitment to promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults.

If you are passionate about safeguarding and have the skills and experience to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

What difference will you make?

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and reviewing safeguarding policies and procedures in line with current legislation and best practice.
Providing training and support to staff and volunteers on safeguarding matters.
Managing safeguarding concerns and referrals, including conducting risk assessments and liaising with external agencies.
Maintaining accurate and confidential records of safeguarding incidents.
Promoting a culture of safeguarding awareness and best practice within the organisation.

Before you apply

Please apply through Reach in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our additional application form.

About Bravecore Counselling CIC

Causes

Black, asian and minority ethnic groups

Organisation type:

Not for profit

Bravecore Counselling CIC is a not for profit, community interest company dedicated to helping individuals over 18 from black, asian and minority backgrounds, those on low income, couples, carers...