Promoting a Safer Church
‘The Church of England is called to share the good news of God’s salvation through Jesus Christ. The life of our communities and institutions is integral to how we address this task. The good news speaks of welcome for all, with a particular regard for those who are most vulnerable, into a community where the value and dignity of every human being is affirmed and those in positions of responsibility and authority are truly trustworthy. Being faithful to our call to share the gospel therefore compels us to take with the utmost seriousness the challenge of preventing abuse from happening and responding well where it has.’
From ‘Promoting a Safer Church’, The Church of England’s Safeguarding Policy Statement
The care and protection of children young people and adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of everyone who participates in the life of our church.
Our Commitments
IF YOU ARE CONCERNED that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from The Parish Safeguarding Officer or if necessary report the matter to the Diocesan Safeguarding Team, the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police.
Local contacts available to speak to if you have any concerns:-
The Parish Safeguarding Officer: Reverend Andrew Slater
Tel: 01953 455046 / E-mail: [email protected]
The Rector: Reverend Matthew Jackson
Tel: 07480 063759 / E-mail: [email protected]
Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser: Sue Brice
Tel: 01603 882345 or 07958 377079 / E-mail: [email protected]
Diocesan Assistant Safeguarding Adviser: Peter Sayer
Tel: 01603 882345 or 07342 999386 / E-mail: [email protected]
Local Authority Social Services: 0344 800 8020
IF THERE IS IMMEDIATE RISK OR DANGER, PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE ON 999
Helplines
NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
Childline: 0800 1111
Stop It Now: 0808 1000 900
National Association for People Abused in Childhood: 0808 801 0331
Samaritans: 116 123
Family Lives: 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Action On Elder Abuse: 080 8808 8141
www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding
‘The Church of England is called to share the good news of God’s salvation through Jesus Christ. The life of our communities and institutions is integral to how we address this task. The good news speaks of welcome for all, with a particular regard for those who are most vulnerable, into a community where the value and dignity of every human being is affirmed and those in positions of responsibility and authority are truly trustworthy. Being faithful to our call to share the gospel therefore compels us to take with the utmost seriousness the challenge of preventing abuse from happening and responding well where it has.’
From ‘Promoting a Safer Church’, The Church of England’s Safeguarding Policy Statement
The care and protection of children young people and adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of everyone who participates in the life of our church.
Our Commitments
- Promoting a safer environment and culture
- Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children and vulnerable adults
- Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation
- Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse or other affected persons
- Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns/allegations of abuse and other affected persons
- Responding to those that may pose a present risk.
IF YOU ARE CONCERNED that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from The Parish Safeguarding Officer or if necessary report the matter to the Diocesan Safeguarding Team, the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police.
Local contacts available to speak to if you have any concerns:-
The Parish Safeguarding Officer: Reverend Andrew Slater
Tel: 01953 455046 / E-mail: [email protected]
The Rector: Reverend Matthew Jackson
Tel: 07480 063759 / E-mail: [email protected]
Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser: Sue Brice
Tel: 01603 882345 or 07958 377079 / E-mail: [email protected]
Diocesan Assistant Safeguarding Adviser: Peter Sayer
Tel: 01603 882345 or 07342 999386 / E-mail: [email protected]
Local Authority Social Services: 0344 800 8020
IF THERE IS IMMEDIATE RISK OR DANGER, PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE ON 999
Helplines
NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
Childline: 0800 1111
Stop It Now: 0808 1000 900
National Association for People Abused in Childhood: 0808 801 0331
Samaritans: 116 123
Family Lives: 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Action On Elder Abuse: 080 8808 8141
www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding
See our latest Safeguarding Principles Policies here: safeguarding_principles_2025.pdf