Safeguarding is at the heart of our Christian faith. The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults in church is the responsibility of everyone who participates in the life of the church.
Step 1: Recognise
the signs that could indicate that the safety or wellbeing of another person within the church is at risk.
the signs that could indicate that the safety or wellbeing of another person within the church is at risk.
Step 2: Respond
with sensitivity and listen. Do not question or investigate.
with sensitivity and listen. Do not question or investigate.
Step 3: Record
what you have been told factually and accurately.
what you have been told factually and accurately.
Step 4: Report
as soon as possible to the Barge Safeguarding Officer or a member of the Pastoral team. Where appropriate, they will refer to the police and/or social services.
– Email: [email protected]
– Emergency: If a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires medical attention call the emergency and/or social services immediately on 999.
as soon as possible to the Barge Safeguarding Officer or a member of the Pastoral team. Where appropriate, they will refer to the police and/or social services.
– Email: [email protected]
– Emergency: If a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires medical attention call the emergency and/or social services immediately on 999.
St Peter’s Barge has signed the “Safer Places Pledge“.
Makin report – for a response from the Barge senior pastor, please see here.