Introduction
If you are concerned that a child or vulnerable adult has been harmed or is at risk of harm, do not hesitate to contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor for advice and support.
Revd Jean Skinner: 0191 2363474. Mobile: 07731683500, email: revjeanskinner@yahoo.com
The Diocese of Newcastle, and the people in its parish churches, work hard to safeguard children and young people, vulnerable adults and those in abusive relationships. We aim to create safe environments, where children and young people are nurtured and protected; and where all people, and especially those who may be vulnerable for any reason, are able to worship and pursue their faith journey with encouragement and in safety.
We follow the national legal and procedural framework for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and Church of England policy and practice
Wha’s New?
Protecting All God’s Children 2010 4th Edition, The Policy for Safeguarding Children in the Church of England: www.chpublishing.co.uk
The Diocesan Guidelines: Have been updated in August 2011.
There are changes to Section 1
Section 4
Section 5 amendments to CP7 and CP8
CP4 There is now a combined Confidential Declaration combining both children and vulnerable adults.
Child Protection explained in other languages
Some churches rent out their church halls to church groups who’s first language is not English. This can be difficult when trying to explain Safeguarding Issues. If you would like to borrow a Dvd explaining child protection procedures in French, Spanish, Portugese or Russian please contact the resources centre.
Responding Well: to those who have been sexually abused: Policy and Guidelines for the Church of England 1st edition 2011…www.chpublishing.co.uk
The main crux of Safeguarding is Safe Recruiting of staff and volunteers. Please follow the guidelines set out in Safeguarding Guidelines relating to Safer Recruitment Section 4…click here
Vulnerable Adults
Abuse of any description is against humanity
The following are Publications we should all as people of God be familiar with and enhance in our daily life and work.
Promoting a Safe Church: Policy for safeguarding adults in the Church of England 2006…www.chpublishing.co.uk
Newcastle Diocese Vulnerable Adults Policy ...click here
Dignity at Work…click here
Resources Centre
Copies of all Church House Publishing documents are available to borrow from the resources centre www.resourcescentreonline.co.uk
email: enquiries@resourcescentreonline