Cathedral Safeguarding Officer (21 hours) - Deadline 6th January 2026
/Cathedral Safeguarding Officer
This is a permanent role
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.
Hours
The role is part time 21 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Pay
The salary is £28,000 per annum for 21 hours per week.
How to apply
Applications should be made using the application form below. It should be accompanied by a short letter outlining your suitability for the role and both the Equal Opportunities and Confidential Declaration Forms.
Download Recruitment Information and Job Description
Download Equal Opportunities Form
Download Confidential Declaration Form
We cannot accept CVs | No recruitment agencies please
Application forms must be completed in full and emailed to: recruitment@rochestercathedral.org stating Cathedral Safeguarding Officer application in the subject box.
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.
Deadline
Midnight Tuesday 6th January 2026
Rochester Cathedral is committed to Safer Recruiting and working practices in line with the Church of England Safer Recruitment and People Management Guidance document 2021.
