Welcome to the Baptist Union of Scotland safeguarding page.
All of these resources and links are here to help you and your church as you work to create a safe environment for all.
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Local churches are responsible for safeguarding and should all have policies and procedures in place, as well as ensuring relevant people receive regular safeguarding training.
Local churches should also have a named Safeguarding Contact, who is normally the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns.
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Who should I speak to if I have a safeguarding concern regarding the Baptist Union of Scotland?
Safeguarding Lead – Martin Hodson Martin@scottishbaptist.org.uk
Depute Safeguarding Lead – Ali Laing ali@scottishbaptist.org.uk
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If you have a safeguarding concern and would like expert advice, we recommend calling the Safeguarding Charity Thirty-One:Eight – Safeguarding Helpline at 03030031111.
The helpline is for anyone with safeguarding questions or concerns about a person or a situation that requires advice. You do not need to be a member church of ThirtyOne:Eight to use this service.
For more about ThirtyOne:Eight please click HERE
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Safeguarding checklist:
The Safeguarding Checklist provides you, as a church, with 12 key questions that will help you develop a healthy culture of safeguarding within your community.
BUS Safeguarding Policy
The Baptist Union of Scotland Safeguarding Policy can be viewed and downloaded here.
Other resources:
ThirtyOne:Eight has a number of great resources that can help you, as a church, grow as a safer space.
The Baptist Union of Great Britain also has some helpful resources.
https://www.baptist.org.uk/Groups/220183/Safeguarding.aspx
Volunteer Scotland – Help on Disclosure Services
https://www.volunteerscotland.net/disclosure-services/guidance-and-resources
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For any additional safeguarding needs please go to Thirtyone:eight where you will find everything from DBS checks and training, to advice, guidance and support.