The United Benefice of Blidworth and Rainworth are very careful to follow data protection and the House of Bishops' guidelines and policies on safeguarding children and adults

"Ensuring that children and young people as well as adults whilst in our care is an integral part of our church life"

If you have any concerns regarding the safeguarding of children, young people or vulnerable adults then please contact the Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator Clare Harris tel: 01623 797952 email: c.harris456@outlook.com

Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor is Julian Hodgson email safeguarding@southwell.anglican .org tel: 01636 817200

Out of hours for Children and Adults in Nottinghamshire : 0300 4564546

0800 80 20 20 NSPCC helpline operated independently from the Church.

Safe Spaces is an independent and confidential support service for adults who have been abused by someone in the Church. If you have been affected, however long ago, Safe Spaces can support you - helpline 0300 303 1056  safespaces@firstlight.org.uk Open hours: Mon-Fri  9am - 9pm; Sat  9am-1pm and Sun 1pm-5pm

Support for women and children: Juno's helpline is 24/7 0808 800 0340  junowomensaid.org.uk

Support for men helpline: 9.30am - 4.30pm (Mon-Fri); 9.30am - 7.30pm (Wed) 0800 9956 999  equation.org.uk

LGBTQ+ people are invited to call whichever service they prefer.

On this page, you can download our safeguarding policy and procedures and there is Parish Safeguarding Handbook available in our church buildings. An e-manual is available at https://www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding/safeguarding-e-manual