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Protect the most vulnerable in your church
A comprehensive safeguarding policy covering children, young people, and adults at risk. Fully updated for October 2026.
Updated for October 2026
The new DBS rules: since 1 September 2026, volunteers working with children need barred list checks even when they're supervised
The mandatory duty to report child sexual abuse under the Crime and Policing Act 2026
Position of trust law for 16 and 17-year-olds in religious settings
Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026
When trustees must report a safeguarding incident to the Charity Commission
Key Features
Full safeguarding statement and procedures
Reporting and response guidance, including referrals to the DBS
Types and signs of abuse
Roles, training, and safer recruitment
Ratios for every age group, including under-5s
A section on young leaders under 18
Ready-to-use forms: incident report, body map, consent form, DBS record and adoption records
Why It Matters
Safeguarding is a legal and moral responsibility, not an optional extra. The law changed significantly in 2026, and a policy written even a year ago may now leave your safeguarding lead and trustees exposed.
Format
Editable Word document | Instant download
Protect the most vulnerable in your church
A comprehensive safeguarding policy covering children, young people, and adults at risk. Fully updated for October 2026.
Updated for October 2026
The new DBS rules: since 1 September 2026, volunteers working with children need barred list checks even when they're supervised
The mandatory duty to report child sexual abuse under the Crime and Policing Act 2026
Position of trust law for 16 and 17-year-olds in religious settings
Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026
When trustees must report a safeguarding incident to the Charity Commission
Key Features
Full safeguarding statement and procedures
Reporting and response guidance, including referrals to the DBS
Types and signs of abuse
Roles, training, and safer recruitment
Ratios for every age group, including under-5s
A section on young leaders under 18
Ready-to-use forms: incident report, body map, consent form, DBS record and adoption records
Why It Matters
Safeguarding is a legal and moral responsibility, not an optional extra. The law changed significantly in 2026, and a policy written even a year ago may now leave your safeguarding lead and trustees exposed.
Format
Editable Word document | Instant download