Everyone has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people and adults who may be at risk of abuse. If you have a concern about the immediate safety of a child then you should talk dial 999.

The parish of Chatham: St Mary & St John is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Rochester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

If you are under 19 and worried about yourself, then please contact us on the numbers below or phone ChildLine on 0800 1111

If you have any concerns or queries please contact:

Rachel Barnett: Parish Safeguarding Officer - [email protected]

Alternatively contact Rochester Diocesan Safeguarding Advisors: https://www.rochester.anglican.org/safeguarding