In the first instance, to report a safeguarding concern, please make a referral. If you feel someone is at immediate risk of harm please dial 999.
To reach any of our safeguarding team, please contact safeguarding@diocant.org.
Diocesan Safeguarding Officers (Job Share)
Paul Brightwell
07398 009951
PBrightwell@diocant.org
Fiona Coombs
07548 232395
FCoombs@diocant.org
Our Safeguarding Officers are qualified and experienced social care practitioners who can provide advice and guidance to parishes and others in the diocese on child and adult protection. They can offer advice, discuss any protection matters and clarify anything in the Diocesan Guidelines. They are always ready to work with you to plan a detailed response to any protection issue, taking into account all aspects of your particular situation. Please do not hesitate to contact them; they are always very ready to help.
They assist the diocese and the cathedral on all safeguarding matters ensuring that all advice is in line with the law, government guidance and national policy and guidance from the House of Bishops. They work collaboratively with the National Safeguarding Team, other dioceses and key role holders within the diocese.
Safeguarding Trainer
Katy Harper
01227 473565
KHarper@diocant.org
Safeguarding Administrator
Jas Horne
01227 459401
JHorne@diocant.org
Provides confidential support to the parishes and safeguarding team for all aspects of Safeguarding administration including support with DBS checks and results.
Diocesan and Cathedral Safeguarding Advisory Panel Chair
Jack Wise
01227 459401
JWise@diocant.org