Safeguarding

We are committed to ensuring that the parish of Dorchester & West Stafford provides a safe environment for everyone, especially children and young people who may be at risk of abuse or neglect. Our Parish Safeguarding Officer is Revd. Keith Magee (07766 645135). 

On this page you’ll find information and signposting for those who may wish to access Safeguarding information or support. If you have any Safeguarding questions or concerns you can contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer or one of our Safeguarding Team.

Alternatively you can contact the Salisbury Diocesan Safeguarding Advisers Suzy Futcher or Jem Carter. The Salisbury Safeguarding team can be contacted on [email protected] to speak to a caseworker or one of the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor regarding safeguarding concerns or ongoing cases you can call 01722 438651 and press option 3.
You can find out more from the Salisbury Diocese Safeguarding Website: https://www.salisbury.anglican.org/workingforjustice/safeguarding86696/

Survivor care and support - Salisbury Diocese have made a video to support survivors: https://youtu.be/6Pxnsvl-RqY?feature=shared

Out of Hours Safeguarding Support - If your query is urgent or out of hours (5pm Friday to 10pm Sunday), please contact thirtyone:eight on 0303 0031111.

Emergency - If someone is at immediate risk of harm, please call 999 in an emergency.

Church of England - You can also find more information on the Church of England Website including a electronic Safeguarding Manual: https://www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding/safeguarding-e-manual

You can also contact Childline on 0800 1111 or online at www.childline.org.uk.

Dorchester and the Winterbournes Team Ministry takes its responsibilities surrounding the safeguarding of children, young people, and adults who may be at risk very seriously, and works in partnership with the Diocese of Salisbury to ensure that we work in accordance with best practice at all times.