As a church we take our safeguarding responsibilities very seriously and are committed to providing a safe and caring environment for children, young people, victims of domestic abuse and vulnerable adults who choose to come along. We also place a high value on dealing openly and transparently with any issues raised. 

We have a safeguarding policy in place and carry out DBS checks for those who require them. If you would like to see a copy of our policy or have specific questions about this please email our Designated Safeguarding Lead at safeguarding@teessidevineyardchurch.co.uk or visit the policies page of our website.

As a church we are committed to:

• Promoting a safer environment and culture

• Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the church

• Listening to and taking seriously all those who disclose abuse

• Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation

• Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons

• Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons

• Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others

• Reviewing the implementation of the Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practices at least annually