From Playground to Podium: As an organisation the ITF has a significant influence in tennis. We are involved
in everything from inspiring grassroots initiatives to elite international competitions and all that falls in
between. We have a touchpoint at every stage of a player’s career across all levels and formats of tennis.
From the Play and Stay Campaign to the Davis and Billie Jean King Cup podium, the ITF is engaged and
committed to delivering tennis for future generations.

TO APPLY…

Please email your CV and cover letter to jobs@itftennis.com stating Safeguarding Officer in the subject
line of your email, clearly indicating in your cover letter whether you require sponsorship or a work
permit to work in the UK either now or in the future.
The ITF processes your applicant data in accordance with our Privacy Notice – Recruitment, which can be
found on our website.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS or equivalent level Overseas Criminal Records
Check.
Equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) is a fundamental priority for the ITF. Our philosophy focusses on
embedding inclusive behaviours and processes across every element of our business practice.
Safeguarding Officer (cases), Job Descriptio

Safeguarding Officer (cases), Job Description

• Develop and maintain up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and skills through training an

ITF ROLE OVERVIEW

JOB TITLE: Safeguarding Officer (cases)
DEPARTMENT: Integrity & Legal - Safeguarding
REPORTING TO: Head of Safeguarding
LOCATION: Roehampton, South West London (some international travel)
We currently work to a hybrid model requiring a mandatory minimum of 3 days per week working in the
office based in Roehampton, London and as part of this, Mondays and Tuesdays are ‘anchor days’ where
all staff are obliged to work from the office.
International Tennis Federation (ITF) is the world governing body of tennis. Founded in 1913, its purpose
is to ensure the long-term growth and sustainability of the sport, delivering tennis for future generations
in association with its 213 national and regional member associations. The ITF oversees the rules and
regulations that govern international and national competition.
The ITF is responsible for the worldwide development of tennis through its highly regarded Development
Programme, its Science and Technical department which monitors equipment and technology, and its
Officiating department which oversees the education and advancement of officials. The ITF is the owner
and co-owner of the two largest annual international team competitions in tennis, the Davis Cup and Billie
Jean King Cup (BJKC) by Gainbridge and manages the Olympic and Paralympic Tennis Events on behalf of
the IOC and IPC. The ITF organises over 1,500 weeks of men’s, women’s and junior tournaments on the
ITF World Tennis Tour, ITF Beach Tennis Tour, UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour and the ITF Masters
Circuit. The ITF upholds the highest standards of integrity and is a partner in the International Tennis
Integrity Agency.

THE ROLE:

The purpose of this role is to be an active member of a safeguarding team that is responsible for
implementing the ITF’s safeguarding strategy to ensure international tennis is a safe and inclusive sport for all
participants and make the ITF a global leader in international sports safeguarding.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and deputise (as necessary) for the ITF Safeguarding Manager.

• Support the delivery of all aspects of the ITF Safeguarding Strategy.
• Investigate and manage safeguarding cases.
• Share the weekend ‘on call’ service with other members of the Safeguarding team.
• Support the development and delivery of the safeguarding and education programme.
• Promote safeguarding within the ITF.
• Support liaison with key tennis stakeholders.
• Assist with updating and timely production of the ITF safeguarding policies, case management

procedures, ITF World Tennis Tours’ regulations and other related documents.

• Assist with the preparation of presentations, papers, statistics and reports.
• Maintain an awareness of national and international safeguarding issues that impact sporting

environments.

Safeguarding Officer (cases), Job Description

• Develop and maintain up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and skills through training and

professional development.

• Undertake other responsibilities, as directed by the ITF Head of Safeguarding.

As the needs of the business can evolve rapidly this role may change accordingly, therefore this document
should be viewed as guidelines which are subject to change.