Safeguarding Office Administrator

RomanCatholic Diocese of Lancaster
Location: Pastoral Centre, Lancaster
Salary: up to £28,000 depending on experience
Hours: 30hrs per week
Contract: Permanent

The role: We are looking for an organised, professional and approachable Safeguarding Office Administrator to provide effective administrative support to the Safeguarding Office.

This is an important role within a busy office, requiring excellent organisational and communication skills, accuracy and discretion. The successful candidate will receive enquires relating to safeguarding concerns and will need to communicate sensitively and professionally with individuals who may be distressed or affected by safeguarding matters and communicating professionally with clergy, parishes, volunteers, colleagues and external organisations.

Key responsibilities:  The rolewill include:

·                 Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Safeguarding Office

·                 Responding to telephone and email enquiries in a professional manner

·                 Maintaining accurate safeguarding records and administrative systems

·                 Supporting the processing and monitoring of safeguarding documentation

·                 Liaising with local Parish Safeguarding Reps

·                 Preparing correspondence, reports and meeting documentation

·                 Arranging meetings and maintaining diaries where required

·                 Supporting the administration of safeguardingtraining and related activities

·                 Ensuring information is handled sensitively, securely and confidentially

·                 Undertaking other administrative duties to support the effective running of the Safeguarding Office

·                 Organise and provide admin support to the Safeguarding Subcommittee

About you: We are looking for someone who has:

·                 Strong administrative and organisational skills

·                 Good written and verbal communication skills

·                 Excellent attention to detail

·                 Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office

·                 The ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload

·                 A professional and sensitive approach when dealing with confidential matters

·                 The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

·                 An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding

Previous administrative experience is essential. Experience within safeguarding, the voluntary sector, a church organisation or another sensitive working environment would be an advantage. Applicants should be supportive of the values and mission of the Catholic Church.

How to apply: For an application form and further information, please contact:

Safeguarding Office                                                    Email: safeguarding@lrcd.org.uk
Roman Catholic Diocese of Lancaster
The Pastoral Centre
Balmoral Road
Lancaster
LA1 3BT

Closing date: 2nd November 2026               Interviewdate: TBC

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Could God Be Calling You to the Priesthood?

We are inviting men who are considering whether God may be calling them to the priesthood to join us for a Day of Discernment at St Peter’s Cathedral, Lancaster, on Saturday 31 October 2026.

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The day is open to single men aged 16 and over who would like to explore the possibility of a vocation to the priesthood. There is no expectation or commitment involved; it is simply an opportunity to take some time away from everyday life to pray, reflect and discover more about what discerning a priestly vocation involves.

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The day will include Mass, Eucharistic Adoration and reflections, as well as the opportunity to meet Bishop Paul Swarbrick and share lunch with him. You will also be able to learn more about the process of discernment, discover how we can support you, and meet others from across our Diocese who are also exploring whether God may be calling them to priesthood.

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If you have found yourself wondering, even occasionally, whether priesthood might be for you, this day offers an opportunity to explore that question in a relaxed and prayerful setting. You do not need to have made any decisions before attending. Discernment begins simply by being willing to ask the question and to listen.

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Our Day of Discernment takes place from 10.00am to 3.30pm on Saturday 31 October at St Peter’s Cathedral, Balmoral Road, Lancaster LA1 3BT. Please enter through Cathedral House on Balmoral Road.

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There is no charge for the day and lunch will be provided.

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To book your place, please contact Heather Watts by email at heather.watts@lrcd.org.uk ortelephone 01524 841190.

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CouldGod be calling you? Come and spend a day with us and begin to find out.

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Cathedral Spire Appeal

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My dear people,

For generations, our Cathedral has stood as a symbol of faith, hope and community. Rising above Lancaster’s skyline, the cathedral spire has stood witness to the place where the martyrs received their crown, marked important moments for both the City and the Diocese and served as a treasured landmark for the faithful in the Diocese, the cathedral parish and the City of Lancaster.

Today, this historic structure is in urgent need of repair. While Victorians built things to last, years of exposure to wind, rain, and changing weather have taken their toll, and essential restoration work is now required to preserve the spire for future generations. Without these repairs, the spire is in genuine risk of collapse.

I am asking for your help. The cathedral parish has already secured £200,000 of the projected £800,000 we require. The Friends of the Cathedral have begun an ambitious fundraising campaign encompassing the parish, the City of Lancaster and now the Diocese.   

On this Feast of the Dedication of the Cathedral, I would like to ask you to play a part in saving the Cathedral for generations to come. Every donation, no matter the size, will contribute directly to safeguarding this magnificent heritage asset and ensuring it continues to inspire generations to come.

St Peter’s Church, which became the Cathedral, was built by subscription. Parishioners and others gave both large and small amounts. By 1859, a generation after the Catholic Emancipation Act removed the legal restrictions long been imposed, those donations meant Lancaster had a church the city and the faithful were proud to call their own.  

By supporting our appeal, each of you is not only helping to repair stone and structure. You are preserving a place of worship, the building at the head of the Diocese, a piece of our shared Catholic history in the North-West and a beacon of the City of Lancaster.

The appeal has a website with more details about the works required and how to donate. Please take a look: www.saveourspire.com

Together, we can ensure that our cathedral spire continues to stand proudly for many years ahead.

Please give generously and be part of preserving our Diocesan legacy.

Thank you for yoursupport.

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✠ Rt Rev Paul Swarbrick
Bishop of Lancaster

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