Safeguarding
St. Paul's Compstall is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every person in our community.
If someone is in immediate danger, always call 999 first.
Our Commitment
As a big family we want everyone, both adults and children, to feel welcome and safe as they participate in the life of the church. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and we take our duty of care seriously.
We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops' safeguarding policies and good practice guidance.
For more information please visit: www.chesterdiocese.org/safeguarding.
The Church of England has established a National Safeguarding Team who have recently published their first Strategic Review. More information can be found here: www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding.
Safeguarding Contacts
If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact one of the following people. In an emergency, always call 999.
Diocese of Chester
For independent safeguarding advice or to report a concern directly to the Diocese, please contact the Chester Diocesan Safeguarding Team.
How to Report a Concern
If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
Contact the Parish Safeguarding Officer or the Vicar directly.
You may also contact the Diocese of Chester Safeguarding Team independently.
All concerns will be treated with sensitivity and in confidence, in line with our safeguarding policy.
Policies & Procedures
Our safeguarding policy is reviewed annually and is available to view on request. We follow the House of Bishops' safeguarding policies and the Church of England's national guidance.
Parish Safeguarding Policy
Available on request from the Churchwardens - see above
Church of England Safeguarding
National guidance and resources from the Church of England: www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding
Diocese of Chester Safeguarding
Diocesan policies, training, and contact information: www.chesterdiocese.org/safeguarding