HAEBEA Safeguarding Policy

HAEBEA Safeguarding Officer:
Mrs Sue Swan
Tel: 01279 506123
email: sueswan52@btinternet.com

We value every human being as part of God's creation. Everyone has the right to fair treatment and protection from harm.

Safeguarding Policy Statement

We are committed to:

• The creation of a safe environment and culture where all are welcome and everyone feels able to speak out about safeguarding concerns.
• Pastoral care for victims and survivors of abuse, and other people who have been affected by safeguarding issues.
• A prompt and appropriate response to every safeguarding concern or allegation regardless of status or circumstance.
• Risk assessments and safeguarding measures where individuals may present a risk.
• Pastoral care for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations.
• Safe recruitment of all those who have responsibility for children and adults who may be vulnerable
• The promotion of good safeguarding practice through effective training, guidance, policy and procedures

Safeguarding is Everyone's Responsibility