The Diocese of Chelmsford is committed, as part of the Christian Church living in the spirit of the Gospel, to protect and care for everyone and we aim to be a beacon of best practice in safeguarding.
The Diocese of Chelmsford is committed, as part of the Christian Church living in the spirit of the Gospel, to protect and care for everyone and we aim to be a beacon of best practice in safeguarding. Ensuring that its volunteers, clergy, advisers and lay people achieve the standards laid down in the Safeguarding Policies of the Church of England.
Working with individuals who have criminal convictions, or where other safeguarding risks are identified, to ensure that they, and all members of the church community are safeguarded. Holding to account all persons responsible for the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults in the Diocese.
The Parish Safeguarding Handbook Click to download Click on a link below to take you to the relevant section: Diocese of…
The Church will train and equip church officers to have the confidence and skills they need to recognise and respond to abuse.…
In this section you will find guidance about the processes and procedures you should use in recruiting and appointing people…
Contact information and details for the Diocese Safeguarding team.
The role of the PSO is one of trust and requires a high degree of honesty and integrity. The PSR will be privy to highly…
Details on the Church of England Past Cases Review 2 Report Published - October 2022
Safe Spaces was launched in September 2020 and is a FREE and independent service run by the charity Victim Support.
An independent audit of safeguarding in the Diocese of Chelmsford was conducted by SCIE in April 2017.