Ensuring that children, young people and vulnerable adults are kept safe whilst in our care is an integral part of our church life.

If you have any safeguarding concerns, please contact:

Parish Safeguarding Officer – Sarah Porter, 07866695132, chatsworthchurches@gmail.com

Diocesan Safeguarding Team - 01332 388678 - derby.anglican.org/en/report-a-safeguarding-concern.html

If the person is in immediate danger contact the Police – dial 999
For non-urgent cases - dial 101

Other Helplines:
NSPCC 0808 800 5000
Childline 0800 1111
Samaritans 116 123
The Silver Line – helpline for older people 0800 470 80 90

Safeguarding means the action we take to promote a safer culture for everyone in church. It means that we will promote the welfare of children, young people and adults. We will be aware of vulnerable people and situations. We will work to prevent abuse from occurring, to protect those who are at risk of being abused, and to respond well to those who have been abused in any way. We will take care to identify where a person may present a risk to others, and offer support to them whilst taking steps to mitigate such risks.  We undertake to:
  • Promote a safe environment for all.
  • Respond promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation.
  • Follow ‘Safer Recruitment’ processes and checks for all staff or volunteers with any responsibility related to children and vulnerable adults within the Cathedral.
  • Care pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected people.
  • Care pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse.
  • Respond to those that may pose a present risk to others.
Safeguarding is an item on the agenda for every Parochial Church Council meeting.

Policies we follow: