: Full-Time (Flexible & Hybrid Working Considered)
Location
: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff (Flexible)
About the Role
At Cricket Wales, safeguarding is not just a responsibility, it is a core foundation of our organisation and a non-negotiable priority. As one of the three pillars that underpin everything we do, safeguarding is central to achieving our vision of making
Criced, A Sport for All
. This means creating an environment where children, young people, and adults feel safe, respected, and included, wherever and however they participate in cricket across Wales. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Safeguarding Officer leads on both proactive and reactive safeguarding work, supporting a network of club and league officers, ensuring compliance with ECB and CPSU standards, and embedding best practice throughout the game.
Our organisational values,
Together, Lead, Care
are woven into every aspect of safeguarding. We
Lead
by striving to exceed minimum standards and championing best practice across the cricket network.
Together
, we recognise that safeguarding is everyone's business, from board members to volunteers on the ground. We do this because we
Care
deeply about the wellbeing of every individual involved in Welsh cricket. This role is ideal for a dedicated safeguarding professional who shares these values and wants to help shape a safe, inclusive, and thriving future for the sport. With flexibility in working arrangements and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, it's a chance to be at the heart of positive change in the game we love.
Proactive Responsibilities
Manages proactive safeguarding across all areas of business within Wales including the Talent Pathway, NC, CCB, FCC and Foundation where appropriate
Working with others within the organisation to create a positive, child-centred environment within the sport as being child-centred in your approach is crucial in this role
Establishes, builds and maintains a supportive relationship with their network of Club Safeguarding Officers, League Safeguarding Officers Cricket Wales staff, volunteers and stakeholders acting as their first point of contact in safeguarding matters
Provides guidance and support to Club Safeguarding Officers on best-practice proactive safeguarding
Engaging with/listening to the voice of children and young people
Manages the process of reporting lower-level concern's (LLC) using ECB systems
Ensures CPA minimum standards are complied with but strives for "leading organisation" status within the County Partnership Agreement (CPA) standards for safeguarding
Ensures CPSU (Child Protection in Sport Unit) standards assessment is met/
Establishes, builds and maintains a good working relationship with their County Safeguarding Advisor (CSA) from the Cricket Regulator Safeguarding Team on behalf of the ECB
Establishes, builds and maintains a good working relationship with key contacts in the Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU) and the Anne Craft Trust as appropriate.
Attends quarterly meetings face to face with their CSA to discuss action plans and track CPA progress. Regularly update the Smartsheet, including as much detail as possible and attach documents to support the statements
Attends regular meetings with CPSU to track progress against standards.
Provides a detailed report to their CEO & Board Safeguarding Lead (BSL) ahead of a Board meeting to promote discussion with check and challenge at Board level around safeguarding
Participate in Board meetings when required to provide updates (recommended 1-2 times per year)
Delivers Board Safeguarding Training to their Board of Directors as appropriate.
Would be expected to complete training to be an ECB Safe Hands tutor, within 12 months of appointment, to deliver the ECB's Safe Hands Workshop across Wales ahead of the season each year to support recreational cricket club staff and volunteers, to understand and adhere to their safeguarding responsibilities at club level
Drives compliance within safer recruitment practices throughout Wales and cascades the safer recruitment messaging and practises to club level
Supports all clubs in ensuring roles within regulated activity are ECB DBS & barred list checked, and requirements around overseas players/coaches are understood
Is the Primary Wales Wide 'Safeguarding Recruiter,' and ID verifier, using the ECB Online system
Delivers / co-delivers the Safeguarding Considerations in the Talent Pathway course every 3 years face to face with talent pathway staff
Is visible and provides operational safeguarding within Cricket Wales Talent Pathway
Completes, or has oversight of, a Training Matrix so training for staff can be monitored and checked appropriately
Completes, or has oversight of, the Risk Assessment process for Wales
Attends various inductions with Cricket Regulator Safeguarding team on commencement of role, signs up to webinars, attends regional meetings and / or any other training and CPD opportunities as provided by the Cricket Regulator on behalf of the ECB
Support Club Safeguarding Officers with their induction and role compliance requirements i.e. Safe Hands, Safeguarding Level 2 and DBS including verifier status
Provide regular updates and training via newsletters, webinars, club visits, CSO cluster network & support meetings
Travel for club visits, committee training and meetings
Shares ideas to encourage an all-inclusive, safe and welcoming culture, and listening environment
Willing to work unsociable hours and weekends where necessary
Undertakes Event Safeguarding Officer (ESO) duties where applicable. Contributes to Event Safety Plans and act as ESO where required
Reactive Responsibilities
Manages reactive safeguarding across all areas of business within the Cricket Wales including the Talent Pathway, NCCC, CCB, FCC and Foundation where appropriate
Completes referral forms in a timely and effective manner with appropriate detail to ensure a prompt and factual process going forward
Understands and works to the ECB threshold guidance
Logs all lower-level concerns (LLC) within the ECB system
Ensures there is a clear referral pathway for sharing, reporting and recording concerns, in line with ECB policy and guidance; and club staff know how to access them
Identify where Safeguarding concerns may also be potential breaches of the ECB Anti-Discrimination Code, and ensure these are referred into and managed through the appropriate process
Attends Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) or other statutory agency meetings as and when required
Supports any safeguarding concerns which are returned to Cricket Wales to manage supported by your CSA
Attend inductions with Case Officers, Vetting Panel and other relevant teams on commencement of role
Signs up to webinars, attends regional meetings and / or any other training and CPD opportunities as provided by the Cricket Regulator on behalf of the ECB
Willing to work unsociable hours and weekends where necessary
Person Specification
Essential skills
Professional experience of safeguarding gained through relevant experience of casework e.g. Police, Social work, Education or Designated Safeguarding Lead including an understanding of current legislation, best practice and national frameworks
Excellent presentation and training skills
Enthusiasm and commitment to safeguarding
Excellent IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and other IT platforms
Experience of building relationships with key stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
A person-centred approach with an understanding of the rights, needs and best interests of children, young people and adults
Experience of working to high levels of confidentiality including the storage of confidential documents
Understanding and experience within Mental Health support
Ability to challenge poor practice and effect change
Understanding the Cricket Regulator on behalf of the ECB's role and responsibilities to safeguard the welfare of children, young people and adults, including policies relating to safeguarding children or adults in cricket
Understanding of local arrangements for managing safeguarding children and reporting procedures
Highly motivated with a positive solution focussed attitude and the ability to make decisions
Sound judgement on complex matters, knowing when to escalate concerns
Ability to influence and challenge people in positions of authority
Analytical skills to be able to identify and present key themes/trends emerging from case data
Access to a car and a full driving licence is essential
Desirable skills
Experience of multi-agency working
Experience of volunteering or working in cricket, other sports or a similar activity
Experience and training within Mental Health to support staff, themselves and wider cricket community
Mandatory training to be completed by CSO:
1. ECB Induction to Safeguarding
2. Safeguarding Level 2 (SSR)
3. Core CPSU training
4. Safer Recruitment within Cricket
5. Safeguarding Adults within Cricket Safeguarding in the Talent Pathway
6. Prevent Training
Areas of business CSO should attend:
1. Cricket Regulator Safeguarding Team Conference
2. Regional Meetings
3. Free training provided through webinars or meetings
How to Apply:
If you're excited to help Cricket Wales continue its success, please
for the application form. Completed applications should be returned to sandie.keane@cricketwales.org.uk
Closing date for applications:
13th June 2025
If you don't hear from us within two weeks of the closing date your application has not been successful.
The Cricket Regulator on behalf of the ECB and the CPSU are committed to a safer recruitment process, and this post will be subject to an Enhanced ECB DBS check with Children's Barred List
You must be based and hold the right to work in the UK to apply for this position.
For details on our commitment to Safer Recruitment click here
Cricket Wales believes that Safeguarding is an essential element that is central to all we do. Every child, young person and adult has the right to feel safe and included in all that they do, and this means ensuring we have the right people working within our organisation by following a robust safe recruitment process. Cricket Wales strives to make cricket in Wales a safe and enjoyable place for 'everyone' to experience at all levels of the game.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Free flu jabs
Free parking
Gym membership
Health & wellbeing programme
Paid volunteer time
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Experience:
Safeguarding : 2 years (required)
Location:
Cardiff CF11 9XR (required)
Willingness to travel: