If anyone has any concerns about a child or young person at St George's Church they should not hesitate to get in touch by ringing the Parish Safeguarding Officer, Freda Jackson on 07977 901039, or the Vicar, Rev Martine Crabtree on 01924 787801; or by using the contact form. They will listen seriously to your concerns and take action as appropriate. If anyone is in immediate danger you should also contact Social Care Direct - 0345 8 503 503. ; Minicom: 01924 303450 (type talk welcome) ; Email: social_care_direct@wakefield.gov.uk
If you have concerns about the behaviour of an adult or the treatment of a vulnerable adult please contact the Parish Safeguarding Officer, Freda Jackson 07977 901039, or the Vicar, Rev Martine Crabtree 01924 787801, or complete the contact form. They will listen seriously to your concerns and take action as appropriate. If anyone is in immediate danger you should also contact Social Care Direct - 0345 8 503 503. ; Minicom: 01924 303450 (type talk welcome) ; Email: social_care_direct@wakefield.gov.uk
If you click on the links below you will find the Church of England policy for Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults.
Click to download the Promoting a Safer Church Handbook
Click to download the Parish Safeguarding Handbook
The church works with Ecclesiastical Insurance to review and ensure all aspects of Health & Safety are in line with good practice. The guidelines are reviewed regularly.
At St George's Church we enjoy working with our children and young people and we take our responsibility to care for them very seriously. All adults working with children and young people have been cleared through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are trained to ensure that everyone understands their responsibilities when they are working with children.
We follow the Church of England National Safeguarding guidance for all aspects of our work with children and young people.
The PCC reviews the Safeguarding policy annually. The support and guidance from the Leeds Diocese ensures that we are up to date and vigilant to keep all our children and young people safe.