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Safeguarding And Behaviour Improvement Officer
Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership
26,000 per year
Holmes Park, Whetstone, Leicestershire, LE8 6FA
Full-time
29th September 2025

Safeguarding And Behaviour Improvement Officer

The Leicestershire & Rutland County FA is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Safeguarding & Behaviour Improvement Officer.

  • Salary
  • Starting from £26,000 per annum
  • Hours
  • Full Time
  • Contract
  • Permanent
  • Organisation
  • Leicestershire & Rutland County FA
  • Placed On
  • Wed 10th September, 2025
  • Closes
  • 10:00am - Mon 29th September, 2025
  • Sport / Activity
  • Football

About Safeguarding And Behaviour Improvement Officer

This role focuses on two vital areas of grassroots football: safeguarding and improving behaviour across the game. You will:

  • Lead the implementation of safeguarding across LRCFA in line with The FA's Safeguarding 365 Standard
  • Manage safeguarding concerns and compliance, working with statutory agencies and supporting Club Welfare Officers
  • Promote positive behaviour and implement local and national interventions to address poor behaviour and discrimination
  • Deploy and support Discrimination Support Officers to challenge and respond to incidents effectively
  • Deliver training, guidance and CPD to ensure safe, fun and inclusive football environments

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking applications from individuals who share our values of being progressive, respectful, collaborative and inclusive. The successful candidate will have:

  • A safeguarding qualification and/or experience in a child protection, safeguarding, or welfare role
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
  • The ability to manage sensitive information and challenging situations effectively
  • Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy and practice relating to children and adults at risk

Desirable qualities include completion of Designated Safeguarding Officer training, experience of working with volunteers, and knowledge of The FA's Grassroots Football Strategy.

Why Join Us?

We offer a flexible approach to working, enabling you to balance the demands of the role with personal circumstances, as well as access to a range of personal benefits including a free gym membership and Employee Assistance Programme. You will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to supporting grassroots football.

Leicestershire & Rutland County FA received the Employee Wellbeing & Engagement Award at the 2024 County FA Recognition Awards, demonstrating our commitment to creating a supportive and positive workplace.

For further information and details on how to apply please click on the link below.

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