Safeguarding
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We take the safety of our U18s and vulnerable adults very seriously. We want to do the best we can to make sure that everyone who takes part in any of our activities is as safe as they can be. We believe that safeguarding is everybody's responsibility.
If you are concerned for the immediate safety of someone call the police on 999. This is who to talk to at HTH if you are U18 or a vulnerable adult and are worried about something, or if you are concerned about the safety of an U18 or a vulnerable adult:
Diocese of Chester Safeguarding Team
Phone: you can talk to the Diocese of Chester Safeguarding Team on 01928 718834 (option 4) between the hours of 9am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. Email:[email protected]. This email address is monitored between the hours of 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Out of Hours Support Thirtyone:eight Safeguarding Helpline: 0303 003 1111. Helplines Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours). Parent Line: 0808 800 2222. Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours). National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours). Our safeguarding policyWe follow the Church of England's Safeguarding policy and practice guidance in promoting a safer church. Here is its Child Protection policy update 1 - Internet and media
We require anyone volunteering to work with U18s or vulnerable adults to be DBS checked every three years. We aim to offer regular training and support to all volunteers working with U18s or vulnerable adults. Here is our guidance for working with U18s at HTH: Working with U18s - Good practice |
