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This course is for anyone involved in the recruitment, selection and management of staff or volunteer within church communities.
E-Learning
Please navigate to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to complete this course. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete.For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally.
Please ensure that you list Derby as your Diocese, so we are notified of your completion of the course. If you do not indicate Derby, we will not be notified and your records will not be updated.
Please email safeguardingtraining@derby.anglican.org if you require any further assistance.
The Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse course is a specialist course exploring the nature and dynamics of domestic abuse, with a focus on church settings.
Some people can find the content of this course upsetting, and can lead to some people feeling retraumatised.There is support and information for those impacted by domestic abuse available here.
If you feel you may be affected by the contents of this course and would like to discuss an exemption, please contact Sue Griffin (sue.griffin@derby.anglican.org) our Victim and Survivor Lead, or, Lisa Marriott (lisa.marriott@derby.anglican.org) our Diocesan Safeguarding Officer for a confidential discussion.
E-Learning
Please navigate to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to complete this course. It generally takes around 120 minutes to complete.For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally.
Please ensure that you list Derby as your Diocese, so we are notified of your completion of the course. If you do not indicate Derby, we will not be notified and your records will not be updated.
Online via Zoom
This course will have pastoral support available for delegates.
Cohort 26/J1 - Tuesday 16th June - 7-9pm - Zoom - Book Here
Cohort 26/L1 - Wedensday 29th July - 7-9pm - Zoom - Book Here
In Person
This course will have pastoral support available for delegates.
Cohort 26/I1 - Wednesday 13th May - 1-3pm - Old Brampton Schoolroom, Main Road, Chesterfield S42 7JG - Fully Booked
Cohort 26/J2 - Tuesday 7th July - 12:30-14:30pm - Emmanuel Church, 31 Church Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 8LF - Book Here
Cohort 26/K1 - Thursday 9th July - 2-4pm - Tansley Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Tansley, Matlock. DE4 5FE - Book Here - 1 Space Remaining!
Please email safeguardingtraining@derby.anglican.org if you require any further assistance.
The Leadership Pathway is designed for those people who play a lead role in shaping the culture of the Church body in their context.
The Leadership Pathway can only be booked via the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal and is only available to those who have already completed Basic & Foundation training.
When logged into the portal navigate to ‘Leadership’ and ‘Derby Diocese – Leadership’, You will be asked to enrol initially, and then once approved, you must book onto either a Zoom or In-person course.
There is both preparation work and an evaluation task required to successfully complete the Leadership Pathway. These are completed via the portal.
For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally.
For any other queries please contact safeguardingtraining@derby.anglican.org
Our next available dates are listed below, please direct to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to book;
Cohort L/23 - Thursday 9th July - 9.30-11am & 12-1.30pm - Tansley Holy Trinity Church 2 Portway Drive, Tansley, Matlock. DE4 5FE
Cohort L/24- Thursday 23rd & 30th July - 1-2.30pm - Zoom
Cohort L/25 - Thursday 23rd & 30th July 7-8.30pm - Zoom
The Foundation course is for those who hold responsibility for the safeguarding of others within church settings and activities. It can be completed by any member of the congregation, to support awareness raising and a culture of support and vigilance in the Church.
E-Learning
Please navigate to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to complete this course. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete.For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally.
Please ensure that you list Derby as your Diocese, so we are notified of your completion of the course. If you do not indicate Derby, we will not be notified and your records will not be updated.
In Parish
Parishes are able to deliver this in small groups using the online e-learning course. For advice on how this can be done please contact safeguardingtraining@derby.anglican.org
In Person
There are a limited number of Foundation sessions offered in person for those unable to access online sessions. We currently have the following sessions available for booking:
B&F/02 - Tuesday 14th April - 13:30-16:00pm - Derby Church House, Full Street, Derby. DE1 3DR - Book Here
The Basic course is for everyone within Church communities who needs to have a basic awareness of safeguarding issues.
E-Learning
Please navigate to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to complete this course. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete.For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally.
Please ensure that you list Derby as your Diocese, so we are notified of your completion of the course. If you do not indicate Derby, we will not be notified and your records will not be updated.
In Parish
Parishes are able to deliver this in small groups using the online e-learning course. For advice on how this can be done please contact safeguardingtraining@derby.anglican.org
In Person
There are a limited number of Basic sessions offered in person for those unable to access online sessions. We currently have the following sessions available for booking:
B&F/03 - Tuesday 7th July - 09:30-12:00pm - Emmanuel Church, 31 Church Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 8LF - Book Here
Please email safeguardingtraining@derby.anglican.org if you require any further assistance.
Please note we are in the process of changing our DBS processing to a new provider, the provider will be ThirtyOne:Eight. We are currently communicating with Clergy and Lead Recruiters/Recruiters. We will update this webpage once the changes have taken place and update on the new process.
As a reminder to those who process DBS Checks - If you choose to complete digital ID checks with Thirty-one: Eight there is a charge, and this will be invoiced to the Parish.
What is a DBS check?
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children.
It replaced the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).
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Types of DBS check +
There are three types of check:Basic – this checks for unspent criminal conviction information only and incurs a charge to the ParishEnhanced – this checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings plus any additional information held by the police that's reasonably considered relevant to the role being applied forEnhanced with barring list checks – this is like the enhanced check, but includes a check of the DBS barred child and/or adult lists.The House of Bishops has decided that criminal record checks must be renewed every three years. The following flowchart will help you deciode on which DBS check is… See More -
Who needs an enhanced DBS check? +
Good safeguarding practice requires those who work closely with children and/or adults experiencing, or at risk of abuse or neglect, to have an enhanced criminal record check.The following people would require an enhanced DBS check:- A worker or volunteer who teaches, trains, instructs, cares for or supervises children or provides advice/guidance on physical, emotional or educational well-being to children- A worker or volunteer who provides training, teaching, instruction, assistance, advice or guidance to an adult who receives a health or social care service- A worker of volunteer who carries out health care, personal care, social work, assisting with cash, bills… See More
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DBS Applications
Within the diocese we are currently streamlining the process for obtaining DBS checks for paid employees and volunteers where they are needed for working in or on behalf of our churches.
The following is a broad outline of the process and there will be some variation between parishes as the streamlining progresses.
Your Parish Safeguarding Officer or Clergy will know your local process and how it applies.
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DBS applications for all Clergy Licensed Readers and Lay Ministers +
These three documents are applicable for all Licensed Lay Readers / Lay Ministers as well as Clergy. Clergy Confidential Declaration Form this must be completed and signed with either a physical/wet ink or image of your signature. Privacy Notice (PDF). Please read and retain a copy of this document for your reference. ID Verification and Justification Form. For those already within the Diocese of Derby, the official signatory will need to see three forms of ID. (parish safeguarding officer, churchwardens, a member of clergy, area dean or deanery administrator can be official signatory), one should bear a recent photograph, one must confirm your… See More -
DBS applications for Laity excluding Licensed Lay Readers / Ministers +
If you need a DBS for your role please speak with your Parish Safeguarding Officer or group Leader. They will provide you with a copy of the Laity Confidential Declaration Form, and Privacy Notice. ID verification form. Complete the Confidential Declaration Form (CDF), either online or a paper copy, ensuring the signature is a physical/wet ink or image of your signature. Forward the CDF to the contact named on the bottom of the form who will complete an Identity Check with you. At this point they will need to see three forms of identity: one should bear a recent photograph, one… See More -
Applications via the DBS Update Service +
For those who already have a DBS in place through the Diocese of Derby, or from elsewhere which was registered on the update service when first issued and has remained registered, then it may be possible to use it if it is has the required workforces and regulatory barring checks. Note, all Clergy will be asked to make a full new DBS application even though they may have a certificate subscribed to the update service. Note anyone who works from home will have to make a new application, even though they may have a certificate subscribed to the update service.… See More
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FAQs
Frequently asked DBS application questions and some useful links to the DBS website:
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Do I need a DBS check? +
Please see the Government's guides to DBS Eligibility and the Diocesan Safeguarding Policy Practice Guidance and Resources. -
What if an applicant does not have internet access? +
The applicant can nominate a trusted individual to receive the online link via email on their behalf and them help them go through the form. Alternatively, we can arrange for people to come into Derby Church House to complete the online form with the safeguarding administrator. Contact 01332 388681 or email dbs@derby.anglican.org to arrange an appointment. -
How can I track the progress of my DBS application? +
Just enter your application reference number from your application and date of birth into the DBS Online Tracker. -
What is the benefit of using the DBS Update Service? +
You can have your DBS Certificate kept up-to-date electronically and take it with you from role to role, within the same workforce, where the same type and level of check is required.
This means that you will not need a new DBS check every time your job title changes – but you will need a new DBS if the workforce changes.
This allows you to reuse your DBS certificate when applying for similar jobs, subject to the discretion of a new employer in accepting an existing DBS and using the updating service. -
How does the DBS Update Service work? +
If an individual subscribes to the DBS Update Service their employer can go online, with their consent, and carry out a free, instant check to find out if the information released on the DBS certificate is current and up-to-date. -
Is there an additional cost? +
Joining the service is an individual decision but we highly recommend it for volunteers as it is free.
Paid workers would need to pay a yearly subscription fee of £13.00 at their own expense. -
How do I subscribe to the DBS Update Service? +
Subscription to the DBS Update Service is NOT automatic – but you can join at the same time you apply for a DBS check or within 30 days of the date of issue printed on your Certificate.
Please inform both your parish safeguarding officer and dbs@derby.anglican.org if you do subscribe to the update service as we are not automatically informed. -
I am a Parish Safeguarding Officer. What do I do if someone shows me a DBS certificate
processed by a different organisation but they have subscribed to the DBS Update Service? +- The applicant must still complete a Confidential Declaration Form and you should complete an ID Verification and Justification Form as for a standard DBS Application.
- You will still need to check the original DBS certificate to make sure that it is legitimate and that the level of check processed is adequate for their role in your parish.
- You also need to check if there are any offences/convictions listed because when we perform an online status check it will only tell us if there is any NEW information.
- You then need to email us with the applicant's name, date of birth and a full copy of the DBS certificate they have presented so that we can perform an online status check. We will then email the results to you for your parish records.
>> More information on the DBS Update Service
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Bishop Libby will be visiting all the deaneries during October and November to meet people in the parishes, spending time in both private and open conversations about parish life and our vision for the future.
This is the first time since the start of the pandemic that Bishop Libby has been able to have face-to-face meetings on this scale and it is a great opportunity to hear from the bishop on our vision for the life of the Church, with an time for questions and to give feedback.
(Events marked * are open to all)
(Events marked * are open to all)
We always welcome those wanting to get married in church!
Here are a few things any couple wanting to get married in a Church of England church needs to know.
>> More about getting married in church
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People from all over the Diocese of Derby have been presented with their Bishop's Badge in celebration of their lay ministry.
Bishop Libby presented the badges at a special service in Derby Cathedral, and online to those joining the service from home.
The badges recognise the distinguished service and dedication of many individuals contributing to the mission of the Church.
A number of awards were made to celebrate mission and innovation whilst others were presented to recognise long service.
>> See photos from the Bishop's Badge service [on Flickr]
Awards for Mission and Innovation
Paul Black - St John the Baptist, Tideswell
Nigel Brown - St. Mary's, Marston on Dove
Angela Cope - St Thomas, Somercotes
Mark Depiedge - St Thomas, Brampton
Sarah Johnson - The BMO of The Journey Community, St Osmund's Parish, Wilmortion
Sara Krohl - St Werburgh, Spondon
Lorraine and Simon Marrow - Buxton Team Parish
Janet Micklewright - All Saints' with St Mary's Sawley (and long service)
Katrina Pargma - The BMO of The Journey Community. St Osmund's Parish, Wilmorton
Nick Roberts - St Peter and St Paul, Old Brampton
Tim Scott - The BMO for The Journey Community in St Osmand's parish, Wilmorton
Leon Shufflebotham - St George the Martyr, New Mills
Susan Silcock - Kirk Langley, Mackworth and Mugginton
Christine Tilbrook - St Giles, Killamarsh
Julie Ann Tilbrook - St Giles, Killamarsh
Awards for Long Service
Meleta Barlow - Charlesworth with Gamesly
Pauline Boon - Buxton Team Parish
Marylyn Bryan - St James Codnor
Sylvia Bunting - St Mary's Cromford
Barbara Buxton - St Osmund Wilmorton
Barrie Clayton - Charlesworth with Gamesley
Maggie Davis - Buxton Team Parish
David Gardner - Wallbrook Epiphany
Lawrence Green - St. Mary in the United Benefice of Calow with Sutton-cum-Duckmanton
Mille Guthrie - St Thomas, Brampton
Sheila Harper - Oakwood
Christine Hill - St Michael and All Angels Brimington
Paul Hunter - Holy Trinity, Matlock Bath
Ena Johnson - Newbold with Dunston
Vicks Keane - St Helen's, Etwall
Robin Lacey - St Michael and All Angels
Evelyn Lowe - Newbold with Durston
Gay Lowe - St John the Baptist, Croxall
Peter Lowe - St John the Baptist, Croxall
Janet Mowman - St Osmund, Wilmorton
Lesley Mundy - St Andrew's, Hadfield
Beryl Murdy - Marlpool
Diane Peet - Stanton In Peak
Douglas Poole - Derby Cathedral
John Roberts - Hadfield
Peter Robinson - St John the Baptist, Tideswell
Helen Smart - St Mark's, Winshill
Hilary Smith - All Saints, Hatton
Arthur Stamper - Clowne
Barbara Stringer - St Peter and St Paul, Old Brampton
Marion Tauibut - St Alkmund's, Duffield
Paul Taylor - Buxton Team Parish
Ruth Taylor - St Margaret's, Tideswell
Josephine Vallence - St Clement's, Horsley
Calow with Sutton-cum-Duckmanton
If a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention, you must dial 999.
Please note that we will respond to all concerns reported in the strictest confidence.
Our office hours are Monday to Friday 9am until 4pm.
To report a concern or request advice regarding a safeguarding issue, please use this form, as it will alert the safeguarding team via our safeguarding email inbox.
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We will respond to all contacts as a matter of priority, at the latest on the next working day.
If you are unable to complete this form, you can call 01332 388678 and ask to speak to a Safeguarding Officer.
If your concern escalates and someone is in danger, call 999.
You can also report any concerns to the Police or Social Care.
Derby City
Children 01332 641172
Adults 01332 642855
or out of hours call Careline 01332 956606
Derbyshire (Adults and Children)
Call Derbyshire 01629 533190
or out of hours 01629532600
The important thing is that your concerns are shared with someone in a position to help.
