Safeguarding

It is the policy of the Church of Ireland to safeguard all children sharing in its ministry and to protect them from all forms of harm and abuse.

The full Church of Ireland Child Safeguarding Policy is available here.

 

Select Vestry Statement

This Statement has been agreed by the Select Vestry:

 

The Parish is committed to the welfare, nurturing and safekeeping of children.
This Parish is therefore committed to supporting and resourcing those who work with children.
No one will be expected to work with children unsupported.
The Parish will use ‘Safeguarding-The Church of Ireland Code of Good Practice’ to develop safe, wise and quality work with children.
 

Protection:

The Parish will ensure that those who work with children, and those in whom children place their trust, know how to handle a situation where a young child or young person is considered to be at risk through abuse or neglect. Children are part of the church today, have much to give as well as receive, and will be listened to. In worship, learning, teaching and evangelism, we will respect the wishes and feelings of children. The Parish is committed to providing a safe, warm and friendly environment for all.

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The Incumbent, Select Vestry and parish leaders are committed to uphold good practice in the parish ‘s ministry with children and young people. Should you have a concern or suspicion regarding child welfare in the parish please contact the RCB Safeguarding Casework officer details below:-

Anthony Russell 0442897441245 email: safeguarding@rcbcoi.org or if an emergency PSNI 999

 

Note: The new C of I Safeguarding Policy replaces the previous Safeguarding Trust policy and the Parish Panel no longer gets involved in the follow up process to any allegations. The Parish Panel is made up of the Rector, Luella Lecky, Sandra Aitcheson and Elaine Lynch and you may find the details of its role HERE