Safeguarding

• Safeguarding Overview

  How we protect and support children, young people, and vulnerable adults across our churches.

  • Reporting a Safeguarding Concern

    If you’re worried about someone’s safety, find out how to report your concerns clearly and confidentially.

  • Safeguarding Training & Events

    Stay up to date with training opportunities to help you and your church create a safer environment.

  • Safeguarding Awareness

    Learn to recognise the signs of specific safeguarding issues, including different types of abuse, exploitation, and vulnerability.

    • Domestic Abuse

      Understanding the signs of domestic abuse and how to respond.

    • Exploitation and Grooming

      Information on how to recognise and report grooming and exploitation.

    • Financial Abuse

      Guidance on identifying and dealing with issues of financial abuse.

    • Honour-Based Abuse

      Advice to follow in the event of honour-based abuse or forced marriage.

    • Managing Risks & Safeguarding Agreements

      The formal process for managing individuals who may pose a risk to others within the church community.

    • Bereavement Support

      Coping with the experience of losing someone important to us.

    • Financial Hardship & Homelessness

      Understanding vulnerability and finding sources of help.

    • IICSA (Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse)

      The findings from the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse.

  • Safeguarding Policies & Guidance

    Essential policies and best practice guidance for keeping people safe in our churches.

    • Core Safeguarding Policy

      The official Safeguarding Policy for Children and Adults for the Thames North Synod.

    • Guidance for Elders

      Guidance on the safeguarding responsibilities and duties of Elders as charity trustees.

    • Safer Recruitment and Volunteers

      The principles and procedures for ensuring only suitable people work with children and adults at risk.

    • Online Safety Guidance

      Best practices for safe online communication and ministry.

    • Activities in Private Dwellings

      Guidance on assessing and managing the unique risks of holding church activities in private homes.

  • Safeguarding Resources & Forms

    Download essential safeguarding forms, templates and printable materials for use in your church.

  • Safeguarding Contacts

    Get in touch with our Safeguarding Officers for confidential advice, support, or reporting.