Safeguarding
St John’s Church, in common with the Church of England is committed, as part of the Christian Church living in the spirit of the Gospel, to protect and care for everyone and we aim to be a beacon of best practice in safeguarding. Looking the other way is not an option. Should you have any safeguarding concerns, you can contact our Parish Safeguarding Representative Nicky Sirett on safeguarding@stjohnscolchester.org.uk
On 25 January 2021, a meeting of the St John’s PCC confirmed the following two documents:
Parish Safeguarding Policy January 2021
PCC statement on safeguarding January 2021
St John’s Church is committed to following the Church of England Safeguarding advice, which can be found HERE and contact details for Chelmsford Diocese’s safeguarding team may be found at:
https://www.chelmsford.anglican.org/safeguarding/safeguarding-contacts
The following phone numbers are available if required:
General Safeguarding Enquiries: 01245 29 44 90
This number can be used to obtain information regarding DBS checks, Training – including e-learning, Safer Recruitment and Policy/Practice Guidance
You can also email the team with any general safeguarding enquiries: safeguarding@chelmsford.anglican.org
Safeguarding Duty Line: 01245 29 44 44
If you require advice or support about a new safeguarding concern please contact the member of the Safeguarding Team providing ‘duty cover’. This number will be answered during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, excluding Bank Holidays)
In the event that the phone cannot be answered please be prepared to leave a voicemail message including your contact details and your call will be returned within one working day.
Please remember if you have information about a safeguarding situation where a child or adult is in immediate danger, or requires immediate medical attention, call the emergency services on 999. Do not delay.
Useful websites
BBC Webwise – Staying safe online
CEOP’s Thinkuknow – Keeping safe online and offline – advice for children, youth and parents
Childline – Advice and support for children and young people
Net Aware – Guidance and advice on social media, games and apps
NSPCC – National charity protecting children
Parent Info – Support and guidance for parents
Anti- bullying Alliance – Guidance on how to prevent and stop bullying
The Internet Watch Foundation – Report online criminal content