Cambridge United Football Club
Safeguarding Officer
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Safeguarding Officer
Department
Club
Reports to
Head of HR & People, with regular reporting to the CEO and Board Safeguarding Lead
Key relationships
Head of HR & People, CEO, Board Safeguarding Lead, Designated Safeguarding Officers, Cambridge United Foundation, EFL/PL/FA, external agencies, LADO
Location
Cledara Abbey Stadium, Cambridge, CB5 8LN
Salary
£28,000 to £32,000 per annum (Pro-rata)
Hours
32 hours per week, including all men’s first team home fixtures
Role Summary
The Safeguarding Officer will lead and coordinate safeguarding and safer recruitment across Cambridge United Football Club, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice, compliance and governance are embedded throughout the organisation.
As the Club's strategic safeguarding lead for children, young people and adults at risk, you will promote a culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility while ensuring compliance with EFL, Premier League, FA and statutory safeguarding requirements.
Working collaboratively with senior leaders, Designated Safeguarding Officers (DSOs) and colleagues across the Club, you will oversee safeguarding case management, training, policy development, compliance monitoring and safer recruitment. You will also identify and mitigate safeguarding risks, drive continuous improvement and ensure the Club remains inspection and audit ready.
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Application Instructions
Interested applicants should apply by submitting their application form, CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include all documents will not be reviewed. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early or interview exceptional candidates ahead of the deadline if a suitable applicant is found. Early application is highly recommended.
Application Closing Date
2nd August 2026
Interview Date(s)
First Interviews on 6th August and Second Interviews on 11th August
Start Date
5th October 2026
Employability Statement
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement
Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks. The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
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