Yorkshire West Methodist District

Purple Folder – Safeguarding Policies

Safeguarding Policies

DatedDistrict Audit Reference
Connexional Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and GuidanceJuly 2023
2.2
Church Model Safeguarding PolicyJuly 20232.2
Circuit Model Safeguarding PolicyAugust 20232.2
Connexion Safer Recruitment Policy, Procedures and GuidanceJanuary 20242.6
Church Domestic Abuse PolicyJuly 20232.6
Policy and Guidance for Working with Victims and SurvivorsNovember 20232.6

Safeguarding Procedures and Guidance

DatedDistrict Audit Reference
Procedures for Safer Working Practice when managing Children’s Activities (Appendix 2 of Connexional Policy Document)
Key Points for External User Groups of Premises – ChecklistJuly 20202.6
Foundation Module – Who should attend TrainingJuly 20243.1
Advanced Module – Who should attend TrainingMarch 20233.1
Safer Working Practices with Children and Young People LeafletJanuary 20242.6
Safer Working Practices with Vulnerable Adults LeafletJanuary 20242.6

A Survivors Short Guide to the Victims and Survivors Policy		November 2023 2.6
Pastoral Care Guidance – for Pastoral VisitorsAugust 2024
Safeguarding and Pastoral Care – for Ministers and those in Pastoral Leadership rolesAugust 2024

DBS Guidance

DBS Exemption Flow Chart
DBS Exemption Form
DBS Safer Recruitment Guidance 
DDC Methodist Quick Start Guide
DBS Verifier Privacy Notice

Safeguarding Forms

Volunteer application form
Form D Key Holder Declaration
Parental Media Consent Form
Letting Property and Third Party Use
Transport Guidance

Safeguarding Officers

District Safeguarding Officer
Emma Goodley
Tel: 07743 006413
Email: dso@ywmethodist.org.uk

Asst. District Safeguarding Officer
Laura Tunnacliffe
Tel: 07354 862617
Email: adso@ywmethodist.org.uk