Safeguarding

We take the safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults very seriously. We fully endorse the Church of England’s safeguarding policy statement ‘Promoting a safer Church’ which asserts:

“The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of the whole Church. Everyone who participates in the life of the Church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.”

Reporting a concern or historic abuse

If you have any concerns about the welfare of a young person or vulnerable adult or have been the victim of abuse yourself you can speak to any of the clergy team (Rev’d Dr Ed Bampton, telephone 0116 2396520 or email [email protected]) or speak to our Safeguarding Coordinator Joan Hawkins, telephone 0116 4826721 or 07545 909868 or email her on [email protected].

Alternatively, phone the parish office on 0116 239 3768 and ask that a Safeguarding coordinator call you back.

You can also speak to someone outside of Ratby Church, especially if you have any concerns about a member of the clergy or leadership team by contacting the Diocesan Safeguarding team:

Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser - Rachael Spiers M: 0793 081 9279 T: 0116 261 5341 [email protected]

Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser – Peter Holloway M: 07930 887984 T: 0116 2615241 [email protected]

Out of Ours Support: Thirtyone:eight T: 0303 003 1111 (Option 2)

Policies

Each year our PCC reviews and adopts up to date Safeguarding policies and procedures and through the year works on our Safeguarding action plan. Please see our Safeguarding Policy below.