Safeguarding
Our Policy
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.
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Contacts
You can find the Church of England's national policy by clicking here, as well as this document on promoting a safer church.
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If you have a safeguarding concern you can contact:
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The Rev'd Benjamin Jarvis, Vicar
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Helen Whitfield, Parish Safeguarding Officer
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Carol Butler, Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor
Email | Phone
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More information about contacting the Diocese with a concern can be found here.
Other helpful organisations
NSPCC Child Protection Helpline
0808 800 5000 (free and open 24 hours).
Phone if you are worried about a child.
Child-line
0800 1111 (free and open 24 hours).
Phone if you are a child or young person and are worried about anything.
National Domestic Violence Helpline
0808 2000 247 (free and open 24 hours).
Phone if you are experiencing domestic abuse.
Samaritans Helpline
116 123 (open 24 hours).
Phone if you feel you are struggling to cope and need someone to talk to.
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline
080 8808 8141 (free and open Monday to Friday, 9-5pm).