We are privileged to have a great team that serves our children, young people, and vulnerable adults here at Ekklesia Hull. We deeply appreciate the time, commitment, and care they give, both on Sundays and during the week, in a wide range of ways.

We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in our community and have created this safeguarding policy to guide our practices. This policy aims to provide confidence to everyone working with children, young people, and vulnerable adults in Ekklesia Hull and their parents and carers. It outlines the guidelines to ensure the highest standards of safety and protection for all.

Volunteer Requirements

All Ekklesia Group Leaders and volunteers involved with children, youth, or adults at risk are required to complete the following steps before volunteering:

Application Process: Submission of an application form, including reference checks.

Safeguarding Training: Completion of external online safeguarding training.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A clear DBS check to ensure suitability for working with vulnerable groups.

Data Protection Training: Completion of data protection training and testing.

Volunteer Agreement: Signing of a Volunteer Agreement detailing expectations, responsibilities, and restrictions related to the role.

External Support and Guidance

Ekklesia Hull is a member of thirtyone:eight, an independent Christian charity that provides guidance and advice on safeguarding. Through this partnership, all staff and key volunteers have immediate access to expert safeguarding advice in the event of any concern, disclosure, or incident.

Reporting and Record-Keeping

All safeguarding concerns, disclosures, and incidents are:

Reported internally to the Designated Safeguarding Team.

Documented thoroughly, including advice received from thirtyone:eight and any actions taken.

Followed up promptly and appropriately to ensure all necessary steps are taken to address the issue.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Ekklesia Hull is dedicated to regularly reviewing and updating this safeguarding policy to align with best practices and current legal requirements. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone in our care.

If you have any questions or concerns about safeguarding at Ekklesia Hull, please do not hesitate to contact our Designated Safeguarding Team.

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For more information

Should you have any further questions regarding safeguarding at Ekklesia, please contact our Safeguarding Team by email: safeguarding@ekklesiahull.co.uk