This Statement has been agreed by the Select Vestry:-
The Parish is committed to the welfare, nurturing and safekeeping of children.
This Parish is therefore committed to supporting and resourcing those who work with children.
No one will be expected to work with children unsupported.
The Parish will use ‘Safeguarding Trust-The Church of Ireland Code of Good Practice’ to develop safe, wise and quality work with children.
Protection:
The Parish will ensure that those who
work with children, and those in whom children place their trust, know how to
handle a situation where a young child or young person is considered to be at
risk through abuse or neglect.
Children are part of the church today, have much to give as well as receive, and will be listened to. In worship, learning, teaching , evangelism, we will respect the wishes and feelings of children.
The Parish is committed to providing a safe, warm and friendly environment for all.
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The Incumbent, Select Vestry and parish leaders are committed to uphold good practice in the parish’s ministry with children and young people.
Should you have a concern or suspicion regarding child welfare in the parish please contact a member of your Parish Panel.
Panel Members:- (Contact Telephone Numbers are to be found on the parish notice boards in the Churches, in the Parish Hall, in the Church Rooms)
Mrs M. Bell
Mr S. Clendinning
Mr M. Cooke
Rev. S. Fielding (Incumbent)
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