Safeguarding works best when it is a shared responsibility. The Parish of Great Aycliffe, it’s parishioners and elected PCC members are committed to ensure this is done effectively. We are committed to an ongoing and updated training programme and DBS checking.

The Church of England has owned and repented of poor practise and lives damaged in the past (please seeIndependent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, October 2022 Report ) and is working to secure a future characterised by safeguarding excellence.

Any cause for concern should be raised in a sensitive and appropriate manner following these guidelines. Please in the first instance contact:

Priest in Charge - Revd. John Musson – Email: [email protected] Tel: 07849023891

Or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer - Beth Miller - Email: [email protected] Tel: 07968034075

Alternatively you may wish to contact Helen McCormick - Youth / Children Ministry – Email: [email protected] Contact : 07716801262

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.