Safeguarding in the Ordinariate is carried out in conjunction with the local diocese. Priests and groups are widely spread across England and Wales but the numbers are relatively small when compared with those of the dioceses. It is important to understand that all priests are aligned with the diocese for all safeguarding issues such as training, whilst the Ordinariate retains responsibility for the working of those arrangements.
If therefore issues (small or large) arise it is important that they are handled by the relevant diocesan safeguarding office, who will be acting on behalf of the Ordinariate. If an issue arises and the diocese office is unable to deal with it and people are concerned the police should be notified so action can be taken.
As part of this contract, an Episcopal Vicar is appointed to act as a liaison between the diocesan structure and the Ordinariate.
It is important to understand that the Episcopal Vicar is there to liaise not to act as a safeguarder. The role is to receive information as and when people offer it and to assist the Bishop and Trustees in the exercise of their responsibilities.
The Catholic Church in England and Wales offer safeguarding e-learning to every parishioner free of charge.
Do you work with children, young people or adults who may be vulnerable? Are you a parent who wants to learn about online safety?
Then take a look at the safeguarding e-learning programme which includes:
Child Protection
Child Protection in Education
Safeguarding Adults
Child Exploitation and Online Safety
Mental Capacity
To find out more please download the brochure to see the courses available and how to access them.
The e-learning programme is an integral part of the Church's commitment to safeguarding. We all have a role to play in creating a safe environment.
