Safe in Faith ManagerLondon, SW1PAbout UsWe are the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster, a faith-based charity, home to the Archbishop of Westminster (Cardinal Vincent Nichols) and our beautiful Westminster Cathedral. As one of the leading Catholic dioceses in the country, we deliver our charitable mission through an extensive network of schools, parishes, and social justice initiatives, with a commitment to positively impacting the lives of all members of society.The Safe in Faith project works to support survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and exploitation. Putting safety as the first priority, we are survivor-focused, intersectional and inclusive, working with people of all backgrounds to support them through their experiences of abuse and trauma.We are now looking for a Safe in Faith Manager to join us on a part-time basis, working 14 hours per week, ideally over two days, for a two-year fixed-term contract. Please note, we currently have funding for this role for two years; however, we will be seeking to extend this indefinitely.The Benefits- Salary of £21.98 - £24.73 per hour- 23 days' annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)- Free eye test vouchers + £50 towards glasses- Access to Reward Gateway discounts- Employer pension contribution (5%)- Salary exchange for pension- Cycle to work scheme- Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay- Employee Assistance Programme- Life assurance / Death in Service benefitThis is a meaningful opportunity for a safeguarding and VAWG practitioner with experience of delivering professional or community training and strong leadership capabilities to join our dedicated organisation.In this deeply rewarding role, you will have the chance to lead innovative projects that not only help protect survivors but also empower communities to create safer, more supportive spaces in faith settings.What's more, you'll discover a welcoming environment shaped by our core values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love, a place where you’ll feel supported, inspired, and able to truly make a difference.The Role As the Safe in Faith Manager, you will support the Safe in Faith project by delivering training, creating resources and enabling peer-support networks.Specifically, you will work with clergy, parishes and professionals to promote trauma-informed practices and safe spaces. This includes the roll-out of new programmes such as the “Ask for Mary” campaign, an innovative initiative that trains parish office staff to respond to victims seeking help.Delivering engaging training sessions both in-person and online, you will also create and maintain resources including signposting toolkits, equipping people across the Diocese with the skills and support they need to help those most in need.Additionally, you will: - Manage the Safe in Faith Administrator- Collect and report impact data using Salesforce- Collaborate with fundraising, communications, and national networksAbout You To be considered as a Safe in Faith Manager, you will need: - Experience in the VAWG sector and trauma-informed practice- Proven experience delivering training in professional or community settings- Experience managing staff or volunteers- Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills- The ability to work independently and collaboratively with a range of stakeholders- Respect for diversity and a commitment to creating inclusive, welcoming environments- A recognised qualification in counselling or psychotherapyClosing Date: 3rd October 2025.Other organisations may call this role Safeguarding Training Manager, Faith-Based Safeguarding Manager, Trauma-Informed Practice Manager, Community Engagement and Training Manager, VAWG Practitioner, IDVA Practitioner, VAWG Service Manager, DVA, or IDVA.Webrecruit and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you want to take on this rewarding role as a Safe in Faith Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
