At Pathway Church (encompassing the ministries of the Parishes of
Whittlesey St. Andrews & St. Mary’s, Pondersbridge St. Thomas and
Coates Holy Trinity) we want to be a part of building a society that is
free from abuse. This is a central Christian issue for us because we
believe in the God who loves and values every person and so we want
to share in God’s will for the people whom we serve, and who
surround us.
Safeguarding and Safe Recruitment are not tedious or unwanted
additional work for us. They are essential work that we must do to
help make society a safer place. Spending time and resources on
safeguarding is as important as any other major part of our church
life and ministry.
As a church we commit to creating our own safe spaces by
implementing our agreed safeguarding policy and risk assessments,
and by ensuring that staff and volunteers are properly trained to
recognise and deal with abuse, allegations and disclosure of abuse
wherever it may occur, whether in the church or in communities.
Therefore, our safeguarding training, procedures and safe recruitment
are for everyone. It is not accusatory, but rather inclusive of all who
want to fulfil roles and offices within our church. This umbrella
approach means that we can be sure that, to the best of our ability,
we have worked to make our spaces safe for the vulnerable.
It is important that on top of the administrative procedures, that all
of us within the church commit to treating all people with respect,
and always to follow the Safeguarding Policy as agreed by the
Parochial Church Councils (trustees.)

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