Safeguarding
We take our safeguarding responsibilities very seriously and are committed to making St Giles a safe space and deal openly and transparently with any issues raised. Here we set out our approach, policies and structures.
Disclosures
If you wish to speak to someone or report anything that may be a concern then we encourage you to do so via one of the routes set out below.
Contacts
Parish Safeguarding Officer | Mary Marshall
safeguarding@stgilesbramhope.org.uk
Our Commitment
Promote a safer environment and culture
Safely recruit and support all those with any responsibility related to children and vulnerable adults within the Church
Respond promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation
Care pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons
Care pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons
Respond to those that may pose a present risk to others
The Parochial Church Council of St Giles Bramhope agreed to continue to adopt this policy in September 2024.
The Church of England is called to share the good news of God’s salvation through Jesus Christ. The life of our communities and institutions is integral to how we address this task. The good news speaks of welcome for all, with a particular regard for those who are most vulnerable, into a community where the value and dignity of every human being is affirmed and those in positions of responsibility and authority are truly trustworthy. Being faithful to our call to share the gospel therefore compels us to take with the utmost seriousness the challenge of preventing abuse from happening and responding well where it has.
Promoting a Safer Church | The Church of England’s Safeguarding Policy Statement