Safeguarding
St Peter’s Church, Woolton takes its duty and obligation to protect all extremely seriously. We have adopted the national Church of England’s robust procedures and guidelines.
Here is a downloadable poster highlighting the principles of our commitment to a Safer Church: Promoting a Safer Church
Contact details for members of our Parish safeguarding team are on this poster: Parish Safeguarding Team Who’s Who
A copy of the St Peter’s Safeguarding Policy is available for viewing or downloading from our policies page.
The good-practice guide, The Parish SafeGuarding HandBook is also available.
Local contacts available to speak to if you have any concerns:
Chris Ford
Role: Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator
E-mail: [email protected]
Andy Holmes
Role: Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA)
Tel: 07940 378139
E-mail: [email protected]
You can find out more about the national policies and procedures at www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding
Safe Spaces
Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused through their relationship with either the Church of England, Church in Wales or the Catholic Church of England and Wales. Find out how to access support here: www.safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk
Domestic abuse
In line with Church of England guidance, St. Peter’s PCC voted in favour of agreeing a parish domestic abuse statement. You can read that statement HERE together with a printable poster of support agencies HERE.