Safeguarding Policy

As members of this church, we commit ourselves to the nurturing, protection and safekeeping of all, especially children, young people, and adults at risk, regardless of gender, ethnicity or ability.
It is the responsibility of each one of us to prevent the physical, sexual and emotional abuse of children, young people, and adults at risk and to report any abuse discovered or suspected in accordance with our procedures.
We recognise that our work with children, young people, and adults at risk is the responsibility of the whole church.
We undertake to exercise proper care in the selection and appointment of those working with children, young people, and adults at risk, whether paid or voluntary.
The church is committed to supporting, resourcing and training those who work with children, young people, and adults at risk ,and to promote safeguarding at all times.
The church is committed to following the Home Office Code of Practice ‘Safe from Harm’ and adopts the guidelines and procedures published by the Baptist Union of Great Britain in its publication ‘Safe to Grow’ (revised edition) so that all children, young people, and adults at risk are shown the respect that is due to them.
The church is committed to providing an environment that is as safe as possible for children, young people, and adults at risk and will adopt ways of working with them that promote their safety and well being.
As part of our commitment to children, young people, and adults at risk, the church has appointed Sarah Read to be the designated safeguarding person. Her role will be regularly explained to children and contact details publicly displayed.