Saint Hilda's Church, Audenshaw
As a church community, we are committed to:
* The care, nurture of, and respectful pastoral ministry with children and adults
* The safeguarding and protection of all children and adults
* The establishment of safe, caring communities which provide a loving environment, where there is a culture of 'informed vigilance' regarding the dangers of abuse, which:
For children and young people
* Values them for who they are and nurtures their positive development
* Enables them to participate fully and contribute to their church community
* Protects them from actual or potential harm
For adults who may be vulnerable, including those suffering domestic abuse
* Ensures that all people feel welcomed, respected and safe
* Encourages those who may be vulnerable
- to lead as independent a life as possible
- to choose how to lead their life, and
- to be active contributors to the church community
* Protects those who may be vulnerable from actual or potential harm
For all people
* Enables and encourages concerns to be raised and responded to, openly and consistently
* Offers support and care for those suffering, or who have suffered, from any form of abuse
* Promotes respect and the value of each person as a child of God
We are therefore committed to best practice according to the national policies and guidelines of the Church of England, in the protection of children and vulnerable people; in the recruitment, training and supervision of all who exercise a pastoral ministry; and in responding to any allegations or complaints.
This policy is reviewed each year by the Parochial Church Council and re-affirmed at the Annual Meeting
Because we understand that:
* God has a special care for those who struggle
* All of us at different periods of our lives are vulnerable and in need of help
* We can make a difference
A 'Safe Church' policy
Churchwarden
Mrs Julie Caine 0161 336 4212
Safeguarding and Adults at Risk Co-ordinator
Mrs Sandra Marston 0161 900 2029