Volunteer Safeguarding Officer

�� Volunteer Safeguarding Officer – Kenningwell United Women’s Football Club (KUWFC) ��

Location: Dulwich/Peckham, South London  
Hours: Flexible, around 6 hours per month  
Reports to: Club Committee 

Be the Heartbeat of Safety & Inclusion

Do you believe every player deserves to feel safe, valued, and empowered? KUWFC is searching for a passionate champion of wellbeing to help us build a club where everyone can shine—on and off the pitch!

As our Volunteer Safeguarding Officer, you’ll be a guardian of trust, a voice for equality, and a cornerstone of our football family. Your impact will ripple through every training session, matchday, and community event. If you’re ready to make a real difference, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

Protect & Empower:
  Make sure every player, coach, and volunteer feels safe, respected, and supported. Uphold our safeguarding and child protection policies with pride.

Inspire Awareness:  
  Share knowledge, lead FA safeguarding training, and spark conversations that keep our community informed and vigilant.

Champion Inclusion:  
  Foster a positive, welcoming culture. Promote our codes of conduct, whistleblowing policy, and wellbeing initiatives—where every voice matters.

Be the Trusted Contact
  Listen with empathy. Respond swiftly and sensitively to any safeguarding concerns, acting as the go-to person for guidance and support.

Build Connections:
  Collaborate with club leaders, She’s Got Skills collective, and partner clubs to spread best practice and nurture wellbeing across South London football.

Keep Us Accountable:
  Ensure DBS checks and safeguarding records are up-to-date, accurate, and confidential. Celebrate the highest standards in player protection.

Who You Are

- Driven by passion for equality, wellbeing, and community spirit
- A great communicator—someone who listens deeply and speaks up for others
- Responsible, trustworthy, and ready to handle sensitive information
- Willing to learn (FA safeguarding training provided)
- Organised, proactive, and full of positive energy

Bonus Points:
- Experience in safeguarding or child protection  
- Knowledge of FA safeguarding procedures  
- Experience in football or sports clubs  
- Ready to make players feel like superstars—no matter their age or background!

Why KUWFC?

- Be part of a club that believes in changing the game—together
- Flexible volunteering—fit around your life
- Training, support, and professional references for your future goals
- Help shape a safer, stronger, and more inclusive football community in South London
- Your passion will leave a legacy—players will remember you for life

Ready to Be a Game-Changer?

Send a brief note about yourself or your CV  .  
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Bring your passion—let’s build a club where every player thrives!

Kenningwell United WFC: Champions of equality, guardians of wellbeing, and creators of opportunity.