Elm Ridge Methodist Church, Darlington "Compelled by Christ's love to be God's Church in today's world"

 

 

 

Child Protection Policy

 

Elm Ridge Methodist Church is committed to ensuring that all those associated with the church and all those who come to our grounds have a positive experience. Therefore, we are committed to ensuring that young people who take part in our activities or come on to our church grounds are “safe from harm”. We will ensure that:

 

• All are treated with respect
• Activities take place in a safe and secure environment
• All adults working with young people (aged up to 18) obtain Disclosure through the Criminal Records Bureau, and a new Disclosure is obtained every five years.
• All those who have any duty or responsibility or hold office within the church have never been convicted of, or received a police caution concerning a sexual offence against a child or young person
• Opportunities exist for young people and parents/primary carers to talk to us about any concerns they might have.
• Adults associated with Elm Ridge Methodist Church will look out for signs of abuse and take appropriate action if they become suspicious or if a young person or parents/primary carers express a concern about abuse.

 

More detailed guidelines relating to this policy are available at the church office: (01325) 282491. If you have any queries about the Child Protection Policy of Elm Ridge Methodist Church, please contact the Minister: (01325) 282491.

 

If you suspect that a child has been physically, sexually or emotionally abused or neglected, then immediately contact the Minister of Elm Ridge Methodist Church: (01325) 282491/463597.

 

For independent advice, contact one of the following:

• Darlington Social Services: (01325) 346200
• Darlington Social Services children’s services web page
• NSPCC – Child Protection Helpline: (0800) 800 500
• ChildLine, Yorkshire and North East: (0113) 244 4004

 

For further information and guidance, please see The Methodist Church Safeguarding Policy