Cucf Safeguarding Officer (part Time)

Colchester, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job Reference: 00000178-1
Date Posted: 11 November 2025
Recruiter: Colchester United Community Foundation
Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: 27,000 to 33,000 (FTE)
Sector: Community & Sport
Job Type: Permanent
Work Hours: Part Time

JOB DESCRIPTION


Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, providing high quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week.







We are seeking a Safeguarding Officer on a part-time basis (16 hours per week, spread over 3 days) to act as the Foundation's Designated Safeguarding Lead, supporting the Head of Safeguarding. This role will take day-to-day responsibility for safeguarding practice across all CUCF programmes, ensuring that policies, procedures, and culture consistently promote safety and wellbeing.





We are entering an exciting phase of growth and are committed to ensuring that safeguarding and welfare remain central to everything we do. Guided by our Safeguarding Framework -

Safe People, Safe Environments, Safe Behaviours,

we strive to provide a safe, inclusive, and positive experience for every participant, staff member, and volunteer.





The successful candidate will be required to be proactive, organised, and deeply committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. They will have a strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and partner organisations.





This position is based at The Shrub End Community & Sports Centre, Colchester, CO2 9BG.





Please see the Head of Investment & Development Job Pack for me information -

CLICK HERE








Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.




Closing Date: Friday 28

th

November 2025 (Please note that applications may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found).




Interview Dates: WC 1

st

December 2025




Start Date: From Monday 5

th

January 2026







For further details, please contact cucf@colchesterunited.net or 01206 755160

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4181413
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Part Time
  • Job Location
    Colchester, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned