Safeguarding

Working together for a safer church

Safeguarding at St. Philip’s Church

At St Philip’s, we believe that every person is made in the image of God and should be valued and treated with dignity, regardless of age, ability, gender or ethnicity. We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk, creating a church where everyone can worship, belong and grow in faith safely.

We work together to promote a safer church and follow the safeguarding policies and guidance of the Church of England and the Diocese of Derby, which can be found here.

Any concerns about children, young people or adults at risk will be taken seriously and responded to promptly and sensitively, following the appropriate safeguarding procedures.

Reporting a concern

If you’re worried that someone is being abused, may be at risk of abuse, or could present a risk to others, please complete our Safeguarding Concern Form using the link above. Your form will be sent directly to our Parish Safeguarding Officer.

You can also contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer or Priest-in-Charge directly:

Alex Dann
safeguarding@stphilip.co.uk

Revd Peter Dale
peter.dale@stphilip.co.uk

If your concern relates to one of St Philip’s church leaders, please contact the Diocese of Derby Safeguarding Team directly:
safeguarding@derby.anglican.org
tel: 01332 388663

If someone is in immediate danger you should call 999.

Are you a child ? Is someone hurting you ? If so then do call Childline on 0800 1111 childline.org.uk

Please see below on who to speak to if you are concerned in any way. Alternatively, please complete a safeguarding incident report form by clicking the button below.

  • A woman with wavy brown hair smiling outdoors, wearing a black jacket and a beige fleece vest, standing in front of a gray brick wall.

    ALEX DANN

    PARISH SAFEGUARDING OFFICER
    safeguarding@stphilip.co.uk

  • A smiling man with glasses and a beard, wearing a dark sweatshirt, standing in front of a stone wall.

    REV. PETER DALE

    Priest-in-Charge
    peter.dale@stphilip.co.uk

  • NSPCC – 0808 800 5000

    Childline – 0800 1111

    Stop it Now – 0808 1000 900

    NAPAC – 0808 801 0331

    Samaritans – 116 123

    Family Lives – 0808 800 2222

    National Domestic Violence Helpline – 0808 2000 247

    Action on Elder Abuse – 0808 808 8141