Safeguarding

Our parish, All Saints Clapham Park, is fully committed to creating a safe environment where everyone can worship and grow in their faith. We take the well-being of children, young people, and vulnerable adults very seriously.

Our Safeguarding Policy

All Saints Clapham Park has adopted 'A Safe Church' as our official safeguarding policy. We have a dedicated team of three Safeguarding Officers, appointed by the Parochial Church Council (PCC), who are responsible for ensuring our church remains a safe place for everyone.

If you have any concerns about a child, young person, or vulnerable adult, you should report them to one of our Safeguarding Officers as soon as possible. All reports will be handled with speed, confidentiality, and sensitivity.

Who to Contact

For any safeguarding concerns or to seek advice, please contact one of the following individuals. If you believe someone is at immediate risk, or if you are a victim of abuse, you must contact the police or local authority social services without delay.

All Saints Clapham Park Safeguarding Officers

Mike Clayton, Judith Wilson & Mariam Bashua

You can reach our Parish Safeguarding Officers at

mike.clayton@all-saints-church.co.uk or

admin@all-saints-church.co.uk

Diocese of Southwark Safeguarding Team

Safeguarding referrals / general enquiries: safeguarding@southwark.anglican.org / Telephone: 0207 939 9441

(Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm)

Emergencies: If you suspect you or someone is at risk of immediate harm, phone 999.

External Support Helplines

You can also contact these external organisations for support and advice.

• NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (free, 24/7)

  • Call if you're worried about a child.

• Childline: 0800 1111 (free, 24/7)

  • Call if you're a child or young person and are worried about anything.

• National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (free, 24/7)

  • Call if you are experiencing domestic abuse.

• Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (free, 24/7)

  • Call if you are struggling to cope and need to talk.

• Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (free, Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm)

  • Call for concerns regarding the abuse of an older person.

For more information, you can read the current edition of 'A Safe Church' by following this link: https://southwark.anglican.org/safeguarding/diocesan-policies-and-procedures