We, alongside the Diocese of Manchester and the people in its parish churches, work hard to safeguard children and young people, vulnerable adults and those in abusive relationships. We aim to create safe environments, where children and young people are nurtured and protected; and where all people, and especially those who may be vulnerable for any reason, are able to worship and pursue their faith journey with encouragement and in safety.
We follow the national legal and procedural framework for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and Church of England policy and practice.
We act promptly on any complaints made, and work in close partnership with police and social care services where children or vulnerable adults have been harmed or are at risk of harm or mistreatment.
We provide safe recruitment, training and support to our voluntary and paid workers with children and vulnerable adults..
We care for those who have been abused in the past, and minister appropriately to those who have abused.
Christ Church Safeguarding Policy
Safeguarding Contacts
If there is an immediate risk or danger please contact the police.
Christ Church Safeguarding Officer: Mike Cornes. Contact via 07803 082468 or mdcornes@gmail.com.
Manchester Diocese Safeguarding Officer: Abbey Clephane-Wilson. Contact via 0161 828 1451 or safeguarding@manchester.anglican.org.
Helplines
NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
Childline: 0800 1111
Stop It Now: 0808 100 0900
NAPAC: 0808 801 0331
Samaritans: 116 123
Family Lives: 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Action On Elder Abuse: 0808 808 8141