The DSAP Chair is accountable to The Bishop of Derby and Diocesan Secretary. The role of Independent Chair is important in ensuring that safeguarding provision within the Diocese and is subject to robust and independent scrutiny. The Chair acts as a critical friend, supporting and encouraging as appropriate, but also providing challenge where necessary. The appointment of an Independent Chair shows the commitment of the CofE to ensuring that safeguarding is handled in a transparent and professional way. For this reason, the Independent Chair should not be in any other role within the Diocese.
The appointment of this role will be made for a three-year term initially, with a possible extension at the end of the three years, subject to evaluation.
This role is paid an honorarium of £6,000 per annum.
Applications process
Please submit a covering letter explaining why you are interested in the role and a current CV to Mandy.francis@derby.anglican.org
Further information
For further information on the role, please contact Will Hagger via email in the first instance will.hagger@derby.anglican.org
