Matchday Designated Safeguarding Officer

Volunteer - Matchday Designated Safeguarding Officer

Weston Homes Stadium (office based role)

Vacancy listed 27/07/2026

Details

Contract - Voluntary covering all home fixtures at the Weston Homes Stadium.

Location - Weston Homes Stadium

Volunteering days and hours - Approx. 4-5 hours per matchday, including pre match briefing and post match reporting.

Benefits Full safeguarding training aligned with EFL and Premier League guidance, fantastic experience within a professional football environment, matchday refreshments.

Close date - 27th August 2026 (depending on application numbers we may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date).

A Volunteer opportunity has arisen within our safeguarding team to strengthen our safeguarding provision across all home fixtures. This role supports the club to meet EFL safeguarding requirements, maintain a safe matchday environment.

You'll be part of a wider team who act as a visible, approachable point of contact on matchdays, supporting staff, stewards, and visitors while helping the club deliver best practice safeguarding standards.

The Role - duties

• Matchday safeguarding oversight - Provide a proactive safeguarding presence across the stadium, fan zones, hospitality areas, and concourses.
• EFL compliance support - Ensure matchday operations align with EFL safeguarding rulings, reporting concerns promptly.
• Incident response - Act as an initial point of contact for safeguarding concerns raised by staff, stewards, or spectators.
• Liaison duties - Work closely with the club's Head of Club Safeguarding, Designated Safeguarding Officers (DSO), stewards, and matchday management.
• Documentation and reporting - Complete safeguarding logs and elevate issues in line with club policy.
• Awareness and visibility - Promote safeguarding awareness and help maintain a welcoming, safe environment for all attendees.

About you Experience and Qualifications

• Experience of working in a safeguarding environment (desirable)

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Safeguarding knowledge - Understanding of safeguarding principles (training provided if needed).
• Communication skills - Confident engaging with staff, supporters, and young people.
• Calm decision making - Ability to remain composed and act appropriately under pressure.
• Team collaboration - Comfortable working alongside stewards, security, and club officials.
• Commitment to welfare - Passion for creating a safe, inclusive matchday experience.