Safeguarding
Safeguarding at St Aldhelms Malmesbury
See the Safeguarding page on the Clifton Diocese website: https://cliftondiocese.com/departments/safeguarding/
The parish of St Aldhelms recognises and follows the CSAS (Catholic Safeguarding Advisory Service) policies and procedures.
The parish is committed to the Safeguarding policies of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, to take all reasonable steps to protect children, young people and vulnerable adults from any form of abuse or maltreatment and to promote a safe environment for them.
This commitment flows from the fact that we are all made in the image of God and the Church's common belief in the dignity and uniqueness of every human life.
We start from the principle that each person has a right to expect the highest level of care and protection, love, encouragement and respect that we can give.
We will liaise closely and openly with statutory agencies to ensure that any concerns or allegations of abuse that are raised are promptly reported and properly responded to, victims supported and perpetrators held to account.
If you are concerned about a safeguarding issue please contact one or more of the following immediately:
Local Safeguarding Representative Gabrielle Horton
Phone: 01666 838391
Safeguarding Coordinator for Clifton Diocese (Janice Pearson):
Phone: 0117 954 0993
Fr Thomas or Deacon Steve
Phone: 01666822195
Safe space:
Safe Spaces Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Catholic Church of England and Wales, the Church of England or the Church in Wales.
Phone number: 0300 303 1056