Holy Trinity Church works hard to safeguard children and young people, vulnerable adults and those in abusive relationships. We aim to create safe environments, where children and young people are nurtured and protected; and where all people, and especially those who may be vulnerable for any reason, are able to worship and pursue their faith journey with encouragement and in safety.

We act promptly on any complaints made, and work in partnership with Leeds Diocese, the police and social care services where children or adults at risk have been harmed or are at risk of harm or mistreatment.

Policies and Documents
Hepworth Church has adopted the Church of England's document Promoting a Safer Church, which can be viewed here.

The application of this policy is reviewed each year and a report provided by the Parish Safeguarding Officer to the Church Council.

Who to Contact
If you have a general enquiry relating to safeguarding at Holy Trinity Hepworth, please contact Linda Whitaker (Parish Safeguarding Officer) on 01484 686455.
The Diocesan Safeguarding Officers can be contacted at:
Team email: [email protected]
Office number: 0113 353 0257

Local Authority Social Services
Children (working hours): 01484 456848
Adult (working hours): 01484 221000
Children & Adult (out of hours): 01484 414933
 
Helplines
NSPCC: 0808 800 5000                                                       
Family Lives: 0808 800 2222
Childline: 0800 1111                                                             
National Domestic Violence: 0808 2000 247
Stop It Now: 0808 1 1111                                                    
NAPAC: 0808 801 0331                                                         
Action on Elder Abuse: 080 8808 8141
Samaritans: 116 123