Safeguarding
We take the safeguarding and care of children, young people, victims of domestic abuse and vulnerable adults very seriously.
If anyone is in immediate danger, call the police on 999 straight away.
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Reporting safeguarding concerns
If you have any concerns about the wellbeing of a child or vulnerable adult
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If you are concerned that something at church is not right please contact the relevant Safeguarding Officer:
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Patrick Atkinson - Padstow & Trevone / patrick@familyatkinson.co.uk
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Avril Heard - St Issey & Little Petherick / 01841 541135 or 07522578263
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Georgina Bennett - St Merryn / gfb.treveglos@btinternet.com
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Safeguarding in the Benefice of Padstow
We are committed to the care, nurture of, and respectful pastoral ministry with, all children and adults when they are vulnerable. We work hard to ensure that we operate in line with current best practice, as recommended by the Church of England. These recommendations include areas such as day-to-day care, recruitment of staff and volunteers, DBS clearance and training. The PCC has adopted the Church of England’s policies and best practice on safeguarding which may be found on the Church of England website.
Please also see the Safeguarding Statement
If you would like more information, please speak to a member of staff or contact the relevant Parish Safeguarding Officer.
You can also report a safeguarding concern to:​
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The Rector of the Padstow Benefice, Revd Paul Beynon (01841 721439 & 07896841802)
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Or, the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Revd Andy Earl
All concerns raised will be investigated and action taken in line with safeguarding policies and procedures. Confidentiality will be maintained to the fullest practical extent. The main exceptions are when the law requires disclosure, or when someone is at risk.
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Non Church Contacts
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​Samaritans – a non-church support charity
- NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000
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Local Multi-Agency Referral Unit (MARU) for Cornwall: 0300 1231 116