Safeguarding

We are committed to Safeguarding Children, Young People, Victims of Domestic Abuse and Vulnerable Adults.

The PCC has adopted the Church of England's policies and best practice on safeguarding which may be found on the Church of England's website

The PCC has adopted the Church of England's policies and best practice on safeguarding which may be found on the Church of England's website. 

Our Parish Safeguarding Officer is Kay Pountney, who may be contacted on 07837 335120 or via kay.pountney1@gmail.com 

The Chelmsford Diocese Safeguarding Team can be contacted on 01245 294444 or by emailing safeguarding@chelmsford.anglican.org or visit the Chelmsford Diocese Safeguarding site.

View our Parish Safeguarding Policy

Victims or survivor of church-based abuse

If you are a victim or survivor of church-based abuse, or if you are concerned that someone is experiencing or has experienced abuse in a church setting, this guide will help you understand what support you can expect from the Church. This practice guidance from the Church of England - Responding Well to Victims and Survivors - includes short videos as a helpful summary. 

Responding Well: A guide to support for victims and survivors of church-based abuse

Thinking about making a disclosure?

If you are thinking about making a disclosure of church-based abuse, this guide addresses some of the most common questions about what might happen if you do.

 Thinking about making a disclosure of church-based abuse: A guide to what to expect

Safe Spaces

Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Church of England, the Catholic Church in England and Wales or the Church in Wales. It is free to access via telephone, email or web-chat. If you have been affected, however long ago, Safe Spaces can provide you with support. You do not have to have told the police or the church authorities, and you do not have to still be involved with the church. Your information will not be shared without your consent unless you or someone else is in immediate danger. 

Website: safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk/

Telephone: 0300 303 1056

Email: safespaces@firstlight.org.uk