Safeguarding

At Plymouth Methodist Central Hall we are committed to safeguarding as an integral part of our life and ministry. Safeguarding is about the action we take to promote a safer culture. This means we will; promote the welfare of children, young people and adults; work to prevent abuse from occurring and seek to protect and respond well to those that have been abused.

If you have any concerns you can report these to our Safeguarding Team who will respond as appropriate.

If you have a serious, urgent safeguarding issue or there is a child or adult at risk of serious harm, danger or abuse please phone 999 immediately for intervention.

Meet the Team

  • Clare Gill

    Circuit Safeguarding Officer safeguarding@pmch.org.uk

  • Jonny Libby

    Lay Pastor

  • Amber Leach

    Operations & Finance Officer

  • Val Kilford

    Foodbank Safeguarding Officer

Policies

Useful Safeguarding Links

District Safeguarding Officer - 07925353553 | david.cross@swpmethodist.org.uk

Police non-emergency 101

NSPCC 0808 800 5000

Childline 0800 1111

Action on Elder Abuse 0808 808 8141

Family Lives 0808 800 2222

National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000

Samaritans 116 123

Plymouth Council Children and Youth helpline 01752 308600 or 01752 346984 (Out of Hours)

Training & Courses

Foundation Safer Space Training

As part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all at PMCH, all volunteers are required to attend the Foundation Safer Space Training every 5 years. This training is mandatory for anyone who will be actively involved in supporting the church's various ministries and activities.

Date: Thursday, 16 January

Time: 6:15pm

Location: Plymouth Methodist Central Hall, Eastlake Street, Plymouth, PL11BA

The Foundation Safer Space Training will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to help cultivate an environment that is welcoming, safe, and inclusive for all. It is an important part of our safeguarding at PMCH, and thank you so much in advance for prioritising this.