Promoting a Safe Church

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

Click to view the Church’s Safeguarding Policy Statement:-

Parish Safeguarding Policy Statement

Otley Parish Church follows the national legal and procedural framework for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and Church of England policy and practice. Click to view:-

Promoting A Safer Church

We will act promptly on any complaints made and work in close partnership with police and social care services where children or vulnerable adults have been harmed or are at risk of harm or mistreatment. We provide safe recruitment, training and support to our voluntary and paid workers with children and vulnerable adults. We care for those who have been abused in the past and minister appropriately to those who have abused.