Safe Church Policy
Saint Martin’s Church Castleton Moor promotes a safe environment for all those who visit our building.
In the event you have and concerns in relation to a child or adult who may be vulnerable then pleas contact Dawn Frost the Parish Safeguarding co-ordinator or Parish Priest Sister Frances Guite on 01706 632353. If neither of these are available please contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Team on 0303 003 1111.
As a church community, we are committed to:
- The care, nurture of and respectful pastoral ministry with all children and adults.
- The safeguarding and protection of all children and adults.
- The establishment of safe, caring communities which provide a loving environment, where there is a culture of “informed vigilance” regarding the dangers of abuse, which:
For children and young people
- Values them for who they are and nurtures their positive development.
- Enables them to participate fully and contribute to their church community.
- Protects them from actual or potential harm.
For adults who may be at risk, including those suffering domestic abuse
- Ensures that all people feel welcomed, respected and safe from abuse.
- Encourages those who may be vulnerable:
- To lead as independent a life as possible.
- To choose how to lead their life.
- To be active contributors to the church community.
- Protects those who may be vulnerable from actual or potential harm.
For all people
- Enables and encourages concerns to be raised and responded to openly and consistently.
- Offers support and care for those suffering, or who have suffered, from any form of abuse.
- Promotes respect and the value of each person as a child of God.
We are therefore committed to best practice according to the national policies and guidelines of the Church of England, in the protection of children and vulnerable people in the recruitment, training and supervision of all who exercise a pastoral ministry in responding to any allegations or complaints.
Because we understand
- God has a special care for those who struggle.
- All of us at different periods of our lives are vulnerable and in need of help.
- We can make a difference.