Safeguarding

Safeguarding within Hexham Abbey

As members of this Parish we commit ourselves to care for one another safely, safeguarding is at the heart of everything that we do. We recognise that everyone has different levels of vulnerability, both seen and unseen, and that each of us may be regarded as at risk at some time in our lives.

Our Commitments

  • The safeguarding of people who may be at risk, ensuring their well-being in the life of this church

  • Promoting safe practice by those in positions of trust

  • Promoting the inclusion and empowerment of people who may be at risk

  • Recruit safely following the recognised procedures

  • Supporting, resourcing, training and regularly reviewing those who undertake work with children/young people and adults who might be at risk.

If you have any concerns regarding the welfare of anyone who might be at risk in our parish please contact:

Fiona Finnon – Parish Safeguarding Officer and Domestic Abuse Champion – Tel 07868 446 866

Kirsty Wills – Abbey Operations Manager, Domestic Abuse Champion – Tel 0776 1911992

Director of Safeguarding Sharon Devlin heads up the Diocese of Newcastle’s Safeguarding Team. You can find out more about the team here. 

Safeguarding Documents

Our safeguarding policy is reviewed each year by the Parochial Church Council. You can download the Policy here.

The Diocese of Newcastle’s Safeguarding policies and procedures, together with national Church of England documents relating to safeguarding can be viewed on the Diocesan website here.

Hexham Abbey Safeguarding Team

As members of this Parish we commit ourselves to care for one another safely, safeguarding is at the heart of everything that we do. We recognise that everyone has different levels of vulnerability, both seen and unseen, and that each of us may be regarded as at risk at some time in our lives.

Fiona Finnon

Parish Safeguarding Officer

Steve Brown

Safeguarding Team

Sally Dodgson

Safeguarding Team

Kirsty Wills

Safeguarding Team

Safeguarding Concern or Query

Please complete the form below and the Safeguarding Team will be in touch