Clearly display contact details of the PSO and the Diocesan Safeguarding team, as well as local and national services available to get help with safeguarding issues Store personal information and safeguarding records securely and ensure information needed in an emergency is readily available Ensure all church officers are of their responsibilities in regard to the recording, storage and sharing of information Care of Survivors of abuse We will ensure that who have suffered abuse will receive a compassionate response, be listened to and taken seriously. Managing risk When it is known that a member of the church community may pose a risk to children and/or adults, we will consult without delay with the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser so that a safe course of action in accordance with national and local safeguarding policy and procedures is followed, in conjunction with the relevant statutory agencies. Monitoring and Review This safeguarding policy and the following underpinning procedures will be available to all church officers, parents and participants Procedure for dealing with safeguarding concerns and allegations Health and Safety Policy E-Safety Policy Guidance for those who exercise pastoral care This policy will be reviewed annually by the PCC and amended as appropriate.
Clearly display contact details of the PSO and the Diocesan Safeguarding team, as well as local and national services available to get help with safeguarding issues Store personal information and safeguarding records securely and ensure information needed in an emergency is readily available Ensure all church officers are of their responsibilities in regard to the recording, storage and sharing of information Care of Survivors of abuse We will ensure that who have suffered abuse will receive a compassionate response, be listened to and taken seriously. Managing risk When it is known that a member of the church community may pose a risk to children and/or adults, we will consult without delay with the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser so that a safe course of action in accordance with national and local safeguarding policy and procedures is followed, in conjunction with the relevant statutory agencies. Monitoring and Review This safeguarding policy and the following underpinning procedures will be available to all church officers, parents and participants Procedure for dealing with safeguarding concerns and allegations Health and Safety Policy E-Safety Policy Guidance for those who exercise pastoral care This policy will be reviewed annually by the PCC and amended as appropriate.
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