Safeguarding Policies and Parish Resources

In this section you will find Safeguarding policies, gudiance and resources. Click on the headings below to view these links and downloads, or use the search option below. If you can't find what you are looking for, please do get in touch.

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How to make a Safeguarding Serious Incident report to the Charity Commission


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This guidance explains how to prepare a safeguarding Serious Incident Report and submit it to the Charity Commission.

Glossary Reference Guide


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This Appendix provides guidance on the key terminology used in the House of Bishops’ guidance (both in policy and associated practice guidance).

Safeguarding Serious Incident Reporting (Religious Communities)


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House of Bishops’ guidance on reporting safeguarding Serious Incidents to the Charity Commission and guidance on reporting other Serious Incidents to the Charity Commission.

Safeguarding Serious Incident Reporting (DBF)


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House of Bishops’ guidance on reporting safeguarding Serious Incidents to the Charity Commission and guidance on reporting other Serious Incidents to the Charity Commission.

Central Council of Church Bell Ringers General Statement on safeguarding Children in Towers


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General statement on Safeguarding Children in Towers

APCM Guidance


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The PCC’s annual report must report on safeguarding, here are some guidance notes.

Domestic Abuse Policy Statement


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All forms of domestic abuse are wrong and must stop. We are committed to promoting and supporting safer environments. Read the diocesan policy statement on domestic abuse.

What should a safeguarding notice board display in your parish premises?


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Download templates and posters to display within your church.

Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders


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The Church of England is for everyone, and it is a priority for us to reflect the diversity of the community the Church serves across the whole diocese. Read the diocesan policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.

A guide to DBS checks


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The DBS have produced a new guide to DBS checks comprising of a YouTube Video and accompanying leaflet.

Empowering Children (Faal Safeguarding)


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A short video about Empowering Children

Would You Walk With Me at My Pace?


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Video resource from the Diocese of Newcastle, created in response to survivors stories.

Why Safer Recruitment & People Management is important


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A helpful Safer Recruitment and People Management video for use in parishes as required, to help with implementing new guidance and policy.

Safeguarding arrangements when in vacancy


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Key Roles and Responsibilities of Church Office Holders and Bodies Practice Guidance

Safeguarding Dashboard Resources


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Information about how to access and use the Safeguarding Dashboard
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