Safeguarding at Adel Parish Church
At Adel Parish Church we are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults.
We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies, together with the Church of England safeguarding guidance which can be viewed here.
If you suspect a safeguarding issue
If you are concerned about the immediate welfare of a child or adult, please contact:
- 999, asking to speak to the police
- local social adult or child services
Adel Parish Church Safeguarding Officer
James Moxon is our Safeguarding Officer. He can be contacted directly relating to any safeguarding issue.
Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding Team
The Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding Team are available Monday-Friday 0900-1600.
Their safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our Safeguarding Officer.
The Safeguarding Team operates a triage system. All enquiries and concerns will be answered dependant on risk-based priority.
Helplines
If you are struggling, one of these organisations might be able to help:
- NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
- Childline: 0800 1111
- Stop It Now: 0808 1000 900
- NAPAC: 0808 801 0331
- Samaritans: 116123
- Family Lives: 0808 800 2222
- National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247
- Action On Elder Abuse: 080 8808 8141
