Safeguarding Trainer and Training Co-ordinator

Part-time – 17.5 hours per week

Salary: £16,500 - £18,000 per annum (FTE £33,000 - £36,000 per annum)

The Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich is seeking to recruit a part-time Safeguarding Trainer and Training Co-ordinator to support the mission and ministry of the Church of England in Suffolk by co-ordinating, quality assuring and delivering programmes of safeguarding training relevant to, and required by, those working with children and vulnerable groups in the Diocese.

There is also a requirement to consult with the National Church of England Safeguarding Team’s Training and Development Manager, to ensure that training in the diocese meets the requirements of the National Safeguarding Learning and Development Policy. You will also work closely with the other members of the Diocesan Safeguarding Team to coordinate and facilitate the recruitment, training, development and ongoing support of a team of Diocesan Approved Volunteer Safeguarding Trainers.

To be successful in the role you will need to have experience of delivering safeguarding training, both virtually and in person. The proven ability to review and quality assure course content and delivery, along with a proven knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures in relation to children, adults and vulnerable ‘at risk’ groups is essential in this role. To facilitate this, the successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate a willingness and ability to adapt their

approach to meet the needs and priorities of a range of stakeholders, many of whom have a strong commitment to their Faith.

Although based in the Diocesan offices in Ipswich, the successful candidate will need to have the ability and willingness to travel throughout Suffolk and occasionally further afield.

The DBF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All postholders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in church activities is the responsibility of the whole church. Everyone who participates in the life of the church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.

Safeguarding is an integral part of the mission and ministry of the church in this diocese and is in line with our Growing in God strategy. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory DBS check.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Karen Galloway, Diocesan Safeguarding officer on 07785 621319

Closing Date for Applications: 8 March 2026

Interview Date: 26 March 2026

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