THE PARISH OF

CHRIST THE KING & HOLY FAMILY, LEEDS

Safeguarding

The Parish of Christ the King and Holy Family is committed to the Safeguarding Policies of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, to protect children and vulnerable adults from any form of abuse or maltreatment and to promote a safe environment for them.

This commitment flows from the fact that we are all made in the image of God and the Church’s common belief in the dignity and uniqueness of every human life.

We start from the principle that each person has a right to expect the highest level of care and protection, love, encouragement and respect that we can give.

We will liaise closely and openly with statutory agencies to ensure that any concerns or allegations of abuse that are raised are promptly reported and properly investigated, victims supported and perpetrators held to account.

Our Safeguarding Procedures are also intended to assist our Priest, Parish workers and volunteers in identifying ways in which they can safeguard the best interests of the children, young people and vulnerable adults in their care, and in their own best interests as well.

Parish Safeguarding Statement

Our Parish Safeguarding Representative is Mrs Angela Holt. She can be contacted at psr.aholt@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

The Diocesan Safeguarding Team can be contacted on 0113 2618046 or by email at safeguarding@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

To visit the Diocesan Safeguarding webpage

To view the Diocesan Safeguarding Policy and Procedures

To view the Diocesan Safeguarding Guidance Handbook

To view the CSSA Safeguarding Policies and Procedures

Other Important Documents

Caring for Others

Integrity in Ministry

Creating a Safer Environment