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Gillingham Football Club is hiring a Designated Safeguarding Officer/Human Resources Assistant to manage and report safeguarding concerns and to establish monitoring policies, procedures and daily practice to safeguard children and adults at risk in the organization, in particular the GFC Academy. Additionally, the role requires Human Resources support across the Club. 

The role is part time and in-person, although there is flexibility establishing days/hours. The role reports to the Managing Director of the Club. Salary: £35-40,000  per annum pro-rata.

Main Roles and Responsibilities

• Work across the organisation to create a positive, child-centred, safe environment.
• Develop, implement, monitor compliance with, and regularly review safeguarding policies and processes, including emergency response plans, to ensure they meet legislation, guidance and are relevant.
• Work closely with the Academy staff to integrate safeguarding principles into coaching practices and ensure the well-being of young players and to support with player care and scholar accommodation.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and address potential safeguarding risks across all the Club's activities and facilities.
• Coordinate the dissemination of policy, procedures and awareness throughout the organization and to support the delivery of the safeguarding strategy, safeguarding induction and training for staff.
• Work in accordance with the English Football League (EFL) and/or The FA safeguarding standards and audited practices and to be the main point of contact for audit procedures (as required).
• Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date documentation on all cases of safeguarding and child protection in a prompt and decisive manner, and report where required in line with GDPR regulations.
• Manage the electronic case management system (My Concern) for recording and tracking concerns and allegations pertaining to the safety and welfare of children and adults at risk, ensuring accessibility and confidentiality.
• Be the main point of contact and foster strong working relationships with external safeguarding agencies, participating in multi-agency collaborations and sharing relevant information, including reporting and referral to external agencies.
• To provide various types of human resources support across the Club, including being the steward of safe recruitment procedures and practices across the Club.

Personal Specification

• Experience as safeguarding professional required
• Human resources experience, or willingness to train in the area
• Respect for the confidential, sensitive nature of safeguarding and human resources work
• Proficient in basic Microsoft packages
• Team player who liaises easily with various GFC departments
• Exceptional writing and communication skills

Please email your CV, accompanied by a cover letter to enquiries@gillinghamfc.com. 

Gillingham Football Club is always looking to expand its Matchday Stewarding Team at MEMS Priestfield Stadium.

Successful applicants will be:

• Enthusiastic, friendly and resourceful
• Excellent communication skills
• Available to work Saturdays and occasionally during the week
• Over the age of 18

Please send a CV and cover letter to Head Safety Officer John Harvey at jharvey@priestfield.com

GFC is hiring Turnstile Operators to manage the arrival of supporters and ensure a safe entry into the stadium. Candidates must be approachable and friendly, and able to use a handheld scanner.

The Club is looking for friendly and charismatic individuals to provide a warm welcome and to look after our guests on matchday. This role may include food and beverage service to guests. Applicants must demonstrate the utmost professionalism, as they will be customer-facing and will represent the Club to our corporate clients and matchday hospitality guests.

REQUIRED:

Over the age of 18

Experience in waiting/food service

DESIRABLE:

Previous bar tending experience

We hire friendly and enthusiastic individuals to serve food and drinks to supporters on matchday. Candidates will demonstrate a high standard of professionalism, hygiene and cleanliness, and will be able to work in a fast-paced environment.