Safeguarding

Papworth Team Ministry is committed to protecting children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the Church of England’s safeguarding guidance and policies.

Immediate danger

If someone is in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the police.

Report a safeguarding concern

Report a concern using our safeguarding form, or contact:

Albert Churchouse

Benefice Safeguarding Officer
Telephone: 07356 024238
Email: [email protected]

Kay Dimelow

Deputy Benefice Safeguarding Officer and DBS administrator
Email: [email protected]

Contact the Diocese of Ely

If your concern involves the safeguarding team, or you prefer an independent contact, call the diocesan safeguarding duty service: 01353 652747.

Use this number for new safeguarding concerns and referrals. Leave your name, telephone number and a brief message. The diocese handles calls during office hours; thirtyone:eight provides cover outside office hours and when the diocesan team is unavailable. Tell the helpline you are calling from the Diocese of Ely. The helpline is closed between midnight and 7 am.

Diocese of Ely safeguarding contacts and guidance

Cambridgeshire Social Care

Independent support

Safe Spaces offers free, independent support for people affected by church-related abuse. Telephone 0300 303 1056 or email [email protected].

Further helplines and support on the Team safeguarding page

Safeguarding policy

Read the Papworth Team Ministry Safeguarding Policy

Pastoral support

For pastoral support unrelated to safeguarding, please contact The Reverend Matt Phillips, Team Rector, on 01954 604889 or 07518 377245.