Safeguarding

The Richmond Team Ministry takes its responsibility to safeguard children, young people and vulnerable adults very seriously. If you have any safeguarding concerns please contact our Child Protection & Vulnerable Adults Representatives

Jo Kitson – St Mary Magdalene
07880 500528

Richard Wisziewski – St Matthias
07714 330042

Helen Peatfield – St John the Divine

Or, contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor

In summary our policy is to:

• Respect all individuals
• Take every precaution to protect children and vulnerable adults when involved in church activities
• Ensure those using our buildings know and follow protection guidelines
• Promote good practice by those who work and volunteer with children and vulnerable adults
• Take allegations of concern and abuse seriously
• Put the needs of the child or vulnerable adult first in the case of an allegation

For more detailed information please see ‘A Safe Church’ which you can find here.