Safeguarding

St Paul’s Kingston is committed to the safeguarding and care of children and vulnerable adults.

We adhere to the Southwark Diocesan Safeguarding Policy: A Safe Church, as stated in our Safeguarding Policy. We also have a separate policy for responding to domestic abuse.

Our Safeguarding Officers:

The Diocesan Safeguarding Referrals / General:

If you prefer to speak to the Diocesan Safeguarding Team, they can be contacted on:

safeguarding@southwark.anglican.org or 020 7939 9441 (Mon to Fri, 9am – 5pm)

Emergencies:

If you suspect you or someone is at risk of immidiate harm, phone 999.

Key helpline information:

  • NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours)

  • Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours)

  • National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours)

  • Kingston Domestic violence hub: 020 8547 6046

  • Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours)

  • Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9-5pm).