Do you have a passion for safeguarding and inspire confidence in others?

Are you an experienced safeguarding professional with a heart for protecting children and adults?

The Diocese of Carlisle is looking for an

Deputy Diocesan Safeguarding Officer

To be based in Penrith who will

• Manage a caseload responding to, assessing, and managing safeguarding concerns or allegations
• Support the development of safeguarding arrangements, good practice, policy, and training.
• Ensure those who pose a risk are appropriately supported and managed.
• Build strong, professional and effective relationships with Diocesan and Cathedral staff including senior clergy and volunteers in a variety of church officer roles. 

This is a part-time position, 28 hours per week, however, we welcome discussion around part time working.

Salary: £43,525 FTE + 15% non-contributory pension (pro rata based on 35-hour week).

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications: Monday 8th September 2025 at 9.00am

Interviews: in Penrith on Monday 22nd September 2025.

For an informal conversation, please contact Joanna Van Lachterop (Diocesan Safeguarding Officer) on 07458 016884 or email safeguarding.adviser@carlislediocese.org.uk

The Diocese of Carlisle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. For the role description & Application form please visit https://www.carlislediocese.org.uk/vacancies/