Safeguarding Officer

• Reference: CC113
• Division: Community Services
• Salary: £35,402.00 - £38,299.00 per annum pro rata
• Contract type: Permanent
• Posted on: 01 April 2026
• Interview date:06 May 2026
• Extra payment(s): Not applicable

• Positions: 1
• Category: Administration
• Grade: G
• Working hours: 15 per week
• Closing date: 26 April 2026
• Location: Town Hall, Crawley
• Location type: Hybrid

About the role

We are seeking a committed, knowledgeable, and proactive Safeguarding Officer to join our team on a part time basis. You will play a vital role in ensuring that children, young people and/or vulnerable adults who access our services are protected, supported, and safe.

In this role, you will act as a central point of expertise, providing clear and confident safeguarding guidance to staff. You will take the lead on accessing and monitoring concerns, supporting decision making, and supporting staff to ensure referrals are managed promptly and appropriately.

A key part of the role involves coordinating our internal Designated Safeguarding Officers (DSO) group, ensuring that colleagues across the organisation are supported, informed, and working consistently within policy and best practice. You will organise meetings, share updates, facilitate case discussions (as appropriate), and help to embed a positive safeguarding culture across all service areas.

You will also take responsibility for managing and overseeing internal safeguarding processes and systems, including updating the corporate safeguarding policy, ensuring all procedures are robust, up to date, and compliant. This includes monitoring the referral database, tracking actions, maintaining accurate records, and supporting continuous improvement across safeguarding workflows.

Additionally, you will lead the completion of safeguarding audits, analysing practice, identifying strengths and areas for development, and contributing to action plans that shape how our organisation meets its safeguarding responsibilities.

Crawley is a great place to work, with a thriving business district and excellent transport connections including nearby Gatwick Airport. We are based in our modern Town Hall which opened in 2023 and is located a short walk from the town centre and railway station.

We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.

Additional information

Satisfactory standard clearance by the Disclosure & Barring Service will be a condition of employment. This is a part time post for 15 hours a week. The hours of work will be agreed with the line manager.

Employee benefits

We offer a generous employee benefits package, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.

At Crawley Borough Council, you will have access to a structured programme of learning from day one, designed to help you succeed in your role and grow your career.

Our way of working

Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.

Safer recruitment

Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

How to apply

Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.

For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email matthew.lethbridge@crawley.gov.uk, Community Services Manager.

Related documents

• Safeguarding Officer job description (PDF, 148.5 KB)