accredited Circuit Trainers Make sure that all circuit churches a safer recruitment policy when appointing staff, or volunteers Act as DBS verifier on behalf of the circuit. Keep a detailed record of names of those at circuit level who have DBS checks. Remind Church Safeguarding Officers about the need to apply or reapply for checks in accordance with the Methodist Church policy (for updates, the period is currently every five years). Be prepared to assist in forming a small group to make provision for people who may pose a risk to others, participating in Safeguarding Agreements and ensuring periodic reviews of them. Keep a directory of useful names and contact details. Ensure supervisory oversight from the superintendent minister or nominated substitute, with signed and agreed records of meetings. Procedures for circuit events involving children, young people or vulnerable adults It is essential that circuit events that involve children or vulnerable adults do not slip through the net because they are not owned by one church. Circuit events to be notified to the District Safeguarding Officer prior to these being agreed to ensure that all permissions, risk assessments and good practice guidelines are in place. Responsibility for planning and leading the event All those involved in leading and running the event must be aware of the procedure. The event should have been planned effectively and attention given to the following issues: Risk assessment and suitability of the activity and the premises The appointment of a team to take charge of the event, including safeguarding and first aid personnel (particular health or ability needs should be taken into account) Numbers of children, young people or vulnerable adults involved Transportation following good practice guidelines. This information is to be sent to the District Safeguarding Officer for approval PRIOR to the event being agreed. Key concepts and definitions
accredited Circuit Trainers Make sure that all circuit churches a safer recruitment policy when appointing staff, or volunteers Act as DBS verifier on behalf of the circuit. Keep a detailed record of names of those at circuit level who have DBS checks. Remind Church Safeguarding Officers about the need to apply or reapply for checks in accordance with the Methodist Church policy (for updates, the period is currently every five years). Be prepared to assist in forming a small group to make provision for people who may pose a risk to others, participating in Safeguarding Agreements and ensuring periodic reviews of them. Keep a directory of useful names and contact details. Ensure supervisory oversight from the superintendent minister or nominated substitute, with signed and agreed records of meetings. Procedures for circuit events involving children, young people or vulnerable adults It is essential that circuit events that involve children or vulnerable adults do not slip through the net because they are not owned by one church. Circuit events to be notified to the District Safeguarding Officer prior to these being agreed to ensure that all permissions, risk assessments and good practice guidelines are in place. Responsibility for planning and leading the event All those involved in leading and running the event must be aware of the procedure. The event should have been planned effectively and attention given to the following issues: Risk assessment and suitability of the activity and the premises The appointment of a team to take charge of the event, including safeguarding and first aid personnel (particular health or ability needs should be taken into account) Numbers of children, young people or vulnerable adults involved Transportation following good practice guidelines. This information is to be sent to the District Safeguarding Officer for approval PRIOR to the event being agreed. Key concepts and definitions
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