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Casual Event Safeguarding Officer

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£20.6 - 20.6 hourly

Job Description - Casual Event Safeguarding Officer






About the Venue






Co-op Live is redefining the industry, attracting world-class artists and renowned events while setting new standards in show programming, sound, fan experience, premium hospitality, and food and beverage. We don’t just host events; we create unforgettable live experiences for up to 23,500 fans every night, having proudly hosted the BRIT Awards, MOBO Awards, and the forthcoming NBA in-season game among a globally celebrated programme. 
 
 
Collaboration is at the heart of all we do, with strong partnerships, including with our naming rights partner Co-op, helping us bring our shared vision to life. As the flagship UK venue for owners and operators Oak View Group (OVG), Co-op Live represents an exciting new era for live entertainment in Europe and beyond, standing proudly within a globally recognised portfolio of world-class venues.








Role Purpose






Here at Co-op Live, we are looking for experienced Event Safeguarding Officers to support an industry leading in music and entertainment experience for our fans, artists and the community of Manchester.

 

Hourly Rate: offering £20.60 per hour

 

Please note this is a casual position working evenings and weekends and covering all events. Therefore the need for flexibility is required.









Responsibilities






You will be part of the Event Safeguarding Team and will be the first point of contact within the Co-op Live venue during event delivery. The post holder will provide a safeguarding triage service to ascertain the required support and co-ordinate as required. The post holder will support the Event Safeguarding Manager and wider team to ensure safeguarding concerns are dealt with appropriately. The post holder will also support the wider Co-op Live Safeguarding Team with admin and liaison with external agencies where required.

 

You will deliver the Co-op Live Safeguarding strategy which creates the best fan experience in the UK.  You will be assisting in the development and delivery of Safeguarding policy, procedures, regulatory and industry requirements and leading a team who are passionate about making this the best arena in the UK.

 

Salary: £20.60ph









Knowledge, Skills and Experience






We're looking for a compassionate, organised, and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting young people and families. You'll hold a Level 3 Safeguarding qualification (or higher) from a recognised provider and bring experience from dynamic, high-volume settings where managing competing priorities is second nature. Confident in using Microsoft Office applications, you'll be skilled at building and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of external agencies and stakeholders. Most importantly, you'll have experience within a mental health service or a similar organisation supporting young people and/or families, demonstrating the empathy, resilience, and professionalism needed to sensitively handle communications that may involve emotional or distressing situations involving young people, parents, carers, and professionals.

 

Why this role is exciting

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day, working at the heart of a service dedicated to supporting young people and their families. You'll collaborate with a diverse network of professionals, contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing outcomes, and play a vital role in ensuring individuals receive the support they need when they need it most. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a rewarding, people-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Our Inclusion Commitments

Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK! 

 

We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co-op Live, come and get involved. 

  

If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role. 









Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work






We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview.

 

If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.





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