We are committed to the safeguarding and care of children, young people and vulnerable adults at St. George’s and follow the Church of England guidance – Promoting a Safer Church. We seek to create an environment where all people, especially those who are vulnerable can take part in our activities and grow in faith in safety.

Reporting a Concern
If you have information about a safeguarding situation where a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call the emergency services on 999. Do not delay.

If you have concerns and want to know more about how you can raise these then there is a range of advice available here https://safeguarding.chichester.anglican.org/advice/

If you are concerned that a child or an adult has been harmed or is at risk of harm you can contact Bob Price our Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) and who can be contacted on – Email: [email protected] Phone: 079542166014
or you can contact Rural Dean, Rector, Canon Paul Doick on – Email: [email protected] Phone: 01243 306043

If you need to speak to our Diocesan Safeguarding Team they can be contacted during office hours on – Tel: 01273 425030 / 07500 771210 or email : [email protected].

And to find out more about policy here at St George's click on the safeguarding link below to see our full policy statement, supporting policy documents and links to other organisations who might offer advice

St George’s safeguarding policies