Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk. We aim to do this in a coordinated and supported manner, following the advice and guidelines issued by the Diocese of Newcastle and the Church of England. Concerns about children, young people and adults at risk will be diligently and promptly responded to according to these procedures, recognising the sensitivity it may hold for those involved.
As members of this Parish we commit ourselves to care for one another safely. We recognize that everyone has different levels of vulnerability and that each of us may be regarded as at risk at some time in our lives.
We commit ourselves to:
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the Safeguarding of people who may be at risk, ensuring their well-being in the life of this church
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promoting safe practice by those in positions of trust.
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promoting the inclusion and empowerment of people who may be at risk.
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recruit safely following the recognized procedures
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supporting, resourcing, training and regularly reviewing those who undertake
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work with children/young people and adults who might be at risk.
It is the responsibility of each of us to prevent physical, emotional, sexual, financial and spiritual abuse. We will report any abuse that we discover or suspect. We agree to work within the guidelines of the Church of England and the Diocese and formally adopt the statement from the House of Bishop’s ‘Promoting a Safer Church; safeguarding policy statement.’ (see additional notice)
Each person who works within this church community will agree to abide by these policies and the guidelines established by this church.
This church appoints Revd Neal Terry as the Parish Safeguarding Officer, supported by Margaret Naylor
This policy is reviewed each year by the Parochial Church Council and re-affirmed at the Annual Meeting.
Who to contact
The Revd Neal Terry, Parish Safeguarding Officer
01912662326
Jill Thirlaway, our Diocesan Safeguarding Casework Adviser: safeguarding@newcastle.anglican.org
The Diocese of Newcastle website:
www.newcastle.anglican.org/safeguarding
or The Church of England Safeguarding Page: