Role of the Safeguarding Officer

Role of Safeguarding Officer

• Advise and support Freegle in developing and establishing your Freegle’s approach to safeguarding.
• Play a lead role in maintaining and reviewing the plan for safeguarding.
• Coordinate the distribution of policies, procedures and safeguarding resources throughout your Freegle.
• Advise on training needs and development, providing training where appropriate.
• Provide safeguarding advice and support to staff and volunteers.
• Manage safeguarding concerns, allegations or incidents reported to safeguarding.
• Manage referrals to key safeguarding agencies (eg social services or police) of any incidents or allegations of abuse and harm.