Promoting a safer church
“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 the church”
We take safeguarding seriously, as an expression of our love for each other and everyone we have contact with.
At CCBN we are committed to high standards in the safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
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 a Safeguarding Adviser or if necessary report the matter to the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police without delay.
Local contacts available to speak to you if you have any concerns:
Name: Alistair Robertson - Role: Parish Safeguarding Officer - Tel: 01262 404105 - Email: safeguarding1@ccbn.org.uk
Name: Mark Carey - Role: CCBN Vicar - Tel: 01262 404105 - Email: mcarey@ccbn.org.uk
Name: Rob Marshall - Role: Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser - Tel: 01904 699509/07914668907- Email: rob.marshall@yorkdiocese.org
Our dedicated Safeguarding phone number is 01262 404105 or Email safeguarding6@ccbn.org.uk - Here you can leave a message and we’ll do our best to respond to any contact as soon as possible.
If your concern is of a more urgent nature, please consider contacting the police or social services directly for advice.
IF YOU BELIEVE SOMEBODY IS AT IMMEDIATE RISK OR DANGER PLEASE CALL THE POLICE ON 999
In accordance with the House of Bishops Safeguarding Policy for children, young people and adults our churches are committed to:
Promoting a safer environment and culture.
Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the church.
Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation.
Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons.
Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons.
Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others.
The Parish will:
Create a safe and caring place for all.
Have a named Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) to work with the incumbent and the JPCC to implement policy and procedures.
Safely recruit, train and support all those with any responsibility for children, young people and adults to have the confidence and skills to recognise and respond to abuse.
Ensure that there is appropriate insurance cover for all activities involving child and adults undertaken in the name of the parish.
Display in church premises and on the Parish website the details of who to contact if there are safeguarding concerns or support needs.
Take steps to protect children and adults with a safeguarding concern of any kind arises, following House of Bishops guidance, including notifying the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) and statutory agencies immediately.
Offer support to victims/survivors of abuse of the type of abuse, when or where it occurred.
Care for and monitor any member of the church community who may pose a risk to children and adults whilst maintaining appropriate confidentiality and the safety of all parties.
Ensure that health and safety policy, procedures and risk assessments are in place and that these are reviewed annually.
Review the implements of the Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practices at least annually.
Helplines:
NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
Childline: 0800 1111
Stop It Now: 0808 1000 900
NAPAC: 0808 801 0331
Samaritans: 116 123
Family Lives: 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Respect: 0808 8010 327
National Careline: 0808 801 0331