Safeguarding

Our church is committed to the safeguarding responsibilities for parishes as outlined in the House of Bishops’ Safeguarding Policy and Practice Guidance in relation to safeguarding and those who have a key role to play with children, young people and adults who may be vulnerable.

Safeguarding Statement

Read our Safeguarding Statement for children and vulnerable adults (PDF)

Our Safeguarding Officer Mary Straw you can contact her:

Spbcsafeguarding@gmail.com

Diocese of London safeguarding helpline

From 09:00 to 17:00 at 0207 932 1224

Out of hours advice can be sought from the Thirtyone:eight helpline on 0303 003 1111 selecting option 2.

Reporting abuse and finding support

If you have information about a safeguarding situation where a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call the emergency services on 999. Do not delay.

National Contacts

NSPCC helpline for Children and Adults: 0800 80 20 20

Survivor support websites and contact details

National Casework enquiries: safeguarding@churchofengland.org

National General safeguarding enquiries - safeguardingeo@churchofengland.org

For information on the Church of England's approach to safeguarding see: National Church of England guidance and support resources.