💼 Full-Time Position

Designated Safeguarding Officer

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Barnsley Football Club
📍 sheffield, england, United-Kingdom
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Location
sheffield, United-Kingdom
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Posted
June 29, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

The designated person will have primary responsibility for managing and reporting safeguarding concerns and for putting in place and monitoring policies, procedures and daily practice to safeguard children and adults at risk in the Organisation.

As DSO you will be expected to ensure and maintain a safe environment for all children, young people, and vulnerable adults, working cohesively with all departments and Club Stakeholders.

Ensuring that the EFL safeguarding standards are met and maintained.

Main Duties

  • To play a lead role in developing and establishing the Club’s approach to safeguarding children, young people, and adults at risks.
  • As a subject matter expert, ensure up to date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures and an awareness of best practice externally and using this to make changes and recommendations.
  • Work closely with the departmental heads across the organisation to create a positive, child...