Safeguarding
Safeguarding at St George's and at Hope Church
The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of the whole church.
If you are concerned that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from a Safeguarding Adviser or if necessary report the matter to the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police without Delay.
Safeguarding Contacts
Here are our local contacts who are available to speak to you if you have any concerns.
Safeguarding Officer
Jackie Riglin
(01223) 660144
admin@stgeorgeschesterton.org.uk
Hope Church Assistant Safeguarding Officer
Soph Ng
hopechurchsafeguarding@gmail.com
Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser
Rebecca Boswell
(01353) 652731
rebecca.boswell@elydiocese.org
Local Authority Social Services
(0345) 045 5203
Out of Hours (01733) 234724
IF THERE IS IMMEDIATE RISK OR DANGER PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE ON 101
Promoting a safer church
Safeguarding policy statement for children, young people and adults
https://www.churchofengland.org/sites/default/files/2019-05/PromotingSaferChurchWeb.pdf