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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Parish Resources
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Template agreement for volunteer drivers to complete before driving children or vulnerable adults on behalf of the church or PCC.
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Parish Resources
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Template to record key contacts for safeguarding in the parish.
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Reference Documents
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Fact sheet outlining different types of abuse.
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Parish Resources
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A template form that can be provided to those hiring church premises externally ensuring they comply with safeguarding requirements.
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Parish Resources
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The PCC’s annual report must report on safeguarding, here are some guidance notes.
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Policies
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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.
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Parish Resources
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Download templates and posters to display within your church.
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Policies
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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.
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DBS Documents
Video Resources
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The DBS have produced a new guide to DBS checks comprising of a YouTube Video and accompanying leaflet.
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Video Resources
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A short video about Empowering Children
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Video Resources
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Video resource from the Diocese of Newcastle, created in response to survivors stories.
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Video Resources
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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.
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Parish Resources
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Information about how to access and use the Safeguarding Dashboard