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Nottinghamshire FA are looking for a Behaviour Improvement & Safeguarding Lead (DSO) to support the effective delivery of The FA Grassroots Football Strategy and the Nottinghamshire County FA Business Strategy, with a strong focus on safeguarding and behaviour across all levels of grassroots football. 

What’s in it for you:

The chance to lead on safeguarding and behaviour practices across the county and make a tangible, long-term impact on the football community.
Influence Nottinghamshire FA strategy and shape how the organisation delivers safer, stronger, more positive football environments.
Work closely with local partners, volunteers and national FA colleagues to drive improvements in culture and behaviour.
Opportunities for professional development, CPD and ongoing learning.
A hybrid working model offering flexibility across office and remote working.
The main purpose(s) of this Behaviour Improvement & Safeguarding Lead at The Nottinghamshire FA:

Supporting the delivery of The FA National Game Strategy and Nottinghamshire FA Business Strategy. 
Managing Nottinghamshire FA’s work, in line with legislation, FA policy, procedures, regulations, standards and guidance. 
Managing concerns in a timely manner and in line with FA requirements and guidance.
Significantly contributing to implementing and maintaining The FA’s Safeguarding 365 Standard for County FAs and driving safer practice in grassroots football. 
Leading on the implementation of The FA's Behaviour Improvement Programme by ensuring that we are tackling poor behaviour & raising standards in grassroots football across the county.
Complying with FA rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidance.
We’re looking for a Behaviour Improvement & Safeguarding Lead with:

Relevant experience in an adult/child safeguarding and welfare field.
Knowledge of current legislation, policy and practice relating to children and adults at risk. 
Experience of working in a designated safeguarding role.
Experience of writing reports and compiling case related evidence and information. 
Demonstratable working knowledge of inclusion, equality and antidiscrimination. 
Working knowledge of the roles of statutory agencies in safeguarding children and adults at risk. 
Experience of implementing policies, protocols and guidance.
Knowledge of the structure and partner organisations within football, nationally and within the County FA locality. 
A full, clean UK driving licence.
You will also be required to pass an enhanced DBS check. 

This is an initial 12-month Fixed Term Contract, with the potential to become permanent. You will be working 35 hours per week, with a requirement for some occasional evening and weekend work. The salary on offer starts from £32,000 per annum. 

To apply for the Behaviour Improvement Lead & Safeguarding Lead (DSO) role at Nottinghamshire FA, please apply online. You will then be directed to our website to complete the application form