Marshfield Benefice

Each church in the Benefice is fully committed to safeguarding all who attend church, but especially children and vulnerable adults. The Benefice Safeguarding Polices are reviewed annually and are on display in in each church. All church leaders and those involved with children and young people are regularly trained in safeguarding matters and are subject to DBS checks. Please see copy of our Safeguarding Policy below.

The Diocese of Bristol’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer (DSO) who advises our PSOs.

Benefice Safeguarding Policy

Benefice Safeguarding Statement

Good Practice for Working with Adults

Good Practice for Working with Children

If you have any Safeguarding concerns, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer or Diocesan Safeguarding Officer.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSO. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

The following organisations and phonelines may also be helpful:

• Safe Spaces – 0300 303 1056
• NSPCC – 0808 800 5000
• Childline – 0800 1111
• Stop it Now – 0808 1000 900
• NAPAC – Supporting Recovery From Childhood Abuse
• Samaritans – 116 123
• Family Lives – Parenting and Family Support
• National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247