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Swindon Town F.C.


Swindon Town Football Club is a professional association football club based in Swindon, Wiltshire, England. The team, known as the "Robins", currently compete in EFL League Two, the fourth level of the English football league system

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Job Posted
24 Oct 2026
Status
Permanent
Location
England
Closing date
31 Oct 2026

Swindon Town is looking for an experienced Club Safeguarding Lead to advise and support its senior team on the club’s approach to safeguarding.

The Role

Based at the County Ground with travel to other training facilities, you will maintain the club’s safeguarding plan, provide advice and training, and manage concerns and referrals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead on maintaining and reviewing the club’s safeguarding plan
  • Distribute safeguarding policies, procedures and resources across the club
  • Advise on training needs and deliver training where appropriate
  • Give safeguarding advice and support to staff and volunteers
  • Manage safeguarding concerns, allegations and incidents
  • Manage referrals to agencies such as social services or the police

About You

  • Significant experience in a safeguarding or child protection role
  • A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and best practice
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Desirable: experience in an educational setting, knowledge of the EPPP and EFL inspection framework, and the ability to deliver safeguarding training

Key Details

  • Location: The County Ground, Swindon
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Salary: £30,000 per year
  • Closing date: 31 October 2026

How to Apply

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Additional Info

Status
Permanent
Job Type
Safeguarding
Sport
Football
Salary information
£30,000 - £30,000

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