SAFEGUARDING
Safeguarding Policy
Hadleigh URC is committed to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk, and to ensuring their well-being in accordance with our Christian values. Our Safeguarding Policy is a vital tool for achieving that and is reviewed and updated annually.
Code of Conduct
We believe that everyone who uses our premises has a responsibility to ensure it is a safe place for all. Therefore we have adopted the following Code of Conduct:
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Treat everyone with courtesy and respect at all times.
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Model the behaviour and care for others we expect.
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Listen carefully but NEVER promise to keep what you are told a secret.
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Respect privacy – everyone is entitled to it.
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Ensure everyone is included – modifying activities as needed.
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Don’t show favouritism.
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Physical contact is NOT banned but should be public and must be appropriate for the person, context and situation.
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Never get into private communication with a child
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Support adults at risk under the guidance of the Pastoral Care team.
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Never take photographs without consent.
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Report anything you see or hear that concerns you. Contacts below.
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You are not alone – do ask for help when needed.
Safeguarding Contacts
Any concerns or allegations should be addressed to:
Hadleigh URC Safeguarding Coordinator (children)
Karen Harman
Tel: 01473 824765
Email: kharmanasms@btinternet.com
Hadleigh URC Safeguarding Coordinator (vulnerable adults)
Sammy Apraku Mensah
Tel: 01473 823118
Email: apmens@gmail.com
URC Eastern Synod Safeguarding Officer
Nicola Grieves
Email: cydo@urceastern.org.uk
Tel: 01223 830770
If the matter is urgent and requires immediate action you should contact Social Services or the Police.
Local Authority Designated Officer:
0300 123 2044
LADOCentral@suffolk.gcsx.gov.uk
Adult & Children’s Social Care Department:
0808 800 4005 (Office and Out of Hours)
customer.first@suffolk.gov.uk
