new volunteers - resources

Volunteer & Ministry

Volunteers and ministers play a vital role in the life of the Church. As such, they have a custodial responsibility to the ministries and the people they serve. As leaders and educators they must uphold the values of the Church and this includes the principals of safeguarding as part of their role.

Volunteers in roles with children and young people (0-18 years) meet police vetting criteria.

If you require more information, please get in touch with the Diocese Safeguarding Officer.

Role Descriptions for Church Ministries are available on the Resources Page

New Volunteers can watch Bishop Michael Gielens 3-minute Church Safeguarding Video as part of ministry induction.

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Safety Check Certification Criteria Table

What roles meet which safeguarding criteria

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Safety Check Process
Template - Internal Document

New volunteers regardless of role must complete a Safety Check Certification process prior to commencement of role

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Police Vetting Guidelines for New & Existing Volunteers

As part of the Safety Checking Certification Process - roles in the Catholic Church that include children meet police vetting criteria

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Ministry of Justice (MOJ) Check Guidelines for New & Existing Volunteers

As part of the Safety Checking Certification Process - roles in the Catholic Church that include vulnerable adults meet MOJ checking Criteria - These guidelines include - Steps to conduct your own MOJ check

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