Safeguarding & Policies

Safeguarding at St. Johns Southbourne and St. Nicholas West Thorney

The overall responsibility for safeguarding rests with the PCC (Parochial Church Council) who have appointed Christine Liddle as their Parish Safeguarding Representative.

• Email: safeguarding@stjohnssouthbourne.com
• Telephone: 01243 572059
• Parish Child Protection Policy Statement (2023-24 Signed version displayed in the Church)

Further information about safeguarding in the Chichester Diocese please see:

• https://safeguarding.chichester.anglican.org

You can contact the Chichester Diocese safeguarding team via:

• https://safeguarding.chichester.anglican.org/contacttheteam

Safeguarding Record Sheet

• Use this form to record safeguarding issues and actions

The Parochial Church Council of Southbourne with West Thorney wish to share the following policy documents:

Essential reading for volunteers:

• Volunteer Policy
• Volunteer Code of Behaviour
• SQP E-Safety Policy
• SQP Responding to Safeguarding Allegations Policy
• SQP Whistle Blowing Policy
• Complaints Policy
• Conflict of Interest Policy
• SQP Overview
• Volunteer Agreement Form

Additional policy documents:

• Health & Safety Policy
• Working at Heights
• Legacy Policy
• Privacy Policy
• Record Retention Guidelines
• Use of Photography Statement 
• Website Terms & Conditions

Other: 

• Praying Friends Guidelines

If you would like any further information, please contact admin@stjohnssouthbourne.com