Safeguarding & Promoting a Safer Church
At St Peter's Church, Grandborough, we are committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our church community.
We believe that every person is made in the image of God and should be treated with dignity, respect and care. We are committed to creating and maintaining a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults, and to ensuring that all concerns are taken seriously and responded to appropriately.
St Peter's Church follows the safeguarding policies and guidance of the Church of England and the Diocese of Coventry.
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
Our Commitment
St Peter's Church is committed to:
- The care, nurture and respectful treatment of all people.
- Safeguarding and protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- Creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
- Responding promptly and appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
- Working in partnership with statutory agencies and the Diocese of Coventry.
- Following the safeguarding policies and procedures of the Church of England.
If You Have a Safeguarding Concern
If you are concerned that a child, young person or vulnerable adult is being abused, is at risk of harm, or if you have concerns about the behaviour of someone working or volunteering within the Church, please contact one of the people below:
Parish Safeguarding Officer
Phil Blundred
Email: philblundred.church@gmail.com
Rector
The Revd Phil Price
Telephone: 01788 819366
Email: rector@draycoteandleamvalleybenefice.com
Diocese of Coventry Safeguarding Team
Website: Diocese of Coventry Safeguarding Information
Alternatively, the Diocesan Safeguarding Team can be contacted directly: Telephone: 024 7652 1345
Immediate Risk
If someone is in immediate danger or requires urgent assistance, please contact Warwickshire Police by dialling 999.
Social Services
If your concern is less urgent but still important, please contact Warwickshire County Council Social Services:
Concerns about a Child
Telephone: 01926 410410
Concerns about an Adult
Telephone: 01926 412080
Out of Hours Emergency Concerns
Telephone: 01926 886922
Safe Spaces
Safe Spaces is an independent and confidential support service for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Church.
Website: www.safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk
Telephone: 0300 303 1056
Safeguarding Policies
St Peter's Church adopts and follows the safeguarding policies and procedures of the Church of England and the Diocese of Coventry.
Copies of relevant safeguarding policies and guidance documents are available below:
