Safeguarding
Safeguarding at St John’s
At St John’s we want to make everyone feel welcome and safe. To help with this, we have a safeguarding panel. Their roles include looking out for those within St John’s who may need support. They are also available to speak to about any issues or concerns you may have.
Every volunteer who helps with children and youth work has to complete an application form, an Access NI check and two references, as well as an interview with the Safeguarding Panel. The Diocese run regular child protection training for those on teams. Please contact the Church Office if you wish to help with the children and youth work or be involved in other ministries and we’ll put you in touch with the right people.
The Church of Ireland Child Safeguarding Policy. Approved by the Standing Committee of the General Synod of the Church of Ireland, May 2026


