Here at Bedhampton, we are committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of the children and young people within our church community, and also to encouraging an environment where all adults and especially those who may be vulnerable are able to worship and pursue their faith journey with encouragement and in safety. Our safeguarding policy applies to all church officers and is informed by and supports the House of Bishops’ and Diocesan policy and practice guidance.
Parish Safeguarding Policy
The Bedhampton Parish Safeguarding Policy can be viewed here.
If you have any safeguarding concerns or wish to speak to someone, please contact:
Parish Safeguarding Officer
Emily Ashworth
07856 247191
safeguarding@bedhampton.church
Church Leader (Rector)
Max Cross
023 9248 3013
rector@bedhampton.church
Diocesan Safeguarding Team
Portsmouth Diocese Safeguarding Team
023 9289 9650
safeguarding@portsmouth.anglican.org
For more information, please visit the diocesan safeguarding webpage:
https://www.portsmouth.anglican.org/safeguarding
Immediate Concerns
If a child or adult is in immediate danger of significant or serious harm, please call 999.
National Support Helplines
NSPCC – 0808 800 5000
https://www.nspcc.org.uk
Childline – 0800 1111
https://www.childline.org.uk
Stop It Now – 0808 1000 900
https://www.stopitnow.org.uk
NAPAC (National Association for People Abused in Childhood) – 0808 801 0331
https://napac.org.uk/
Samaritans – 116 123
https://www.samaritans.org
Family Lives – 0808 800 2222
https://www.familylives.org.uk
National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247
https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Hourglass (Safer Ageing / Elder Abuse Support) – 0808 808 8141
https://www.wearehourglass.org