Independent Chair of the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel

1 month ago


Guildford, United Kingdom Diocese of Guildford Remote Work Freelance Full time

The Diocese of Guildford is seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to serve as the Independent Chair of the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel.

The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP) plays a vital role in the mission and ministry of the Diocese of Guildford in challenging and championing a positive culture of safeguarding across our parishes, Cathedral, and worshipping communities.

The Panel provides oversight of safeguarding arrangements in the Diocese and provides  a source of independent advice, expertise, scrutiny and challenge on safeguarding strategy, policies and procedures.

As chair of the panel, you will work with a dedicated team of safeguarding experts, specialists and diocesan staff to ensure that the DSAP discharges its role of advising the Bishop of Guildford, the Diocesan Board of Finance and other senior leaders on the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.

The ideal candidate will:

· Have extensive professional safeguarding and leadership experience.

· Hold an Academic or professional qualification in social or health care, police, education or legal discipline.

· Have experience of chairing complex, professional meetings at senior level in an efficient manner.

· Have strong negotiation skills to assist in resolving any conflict between agencies.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details of the Independent Chair of DSAP

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to send a detailed covering letter, along with your CV, outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification as detailed in the job description. Applications without a cover letter cannot be considered. 

The Diocese of Guildford take our responsibility for the safeguarding of children and adults seriously. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.

We believe that diversity is a strength. We actively welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities, particularly those who identify as female, younger, of a UK Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage, or disabled, as its essential that we reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.



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