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The Basic course (formerly C0) is for everyone who has contact with the public, whether face-to-face or on the phone. It can be completed by any member of the congregation, to support awareness raising and a culture of support and vigilance in the Church.
This is a pre-requisite module for completing any other core training module.
This is self-directed learning available online via the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete. If you have difficulties accessing the portal, logging on or sharing an email address with someone else who also uses the portal please contact the portal administrators by email at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally and we are unable to help.
Parishes are able to deliver this in small groups using the on-line e-learning course. Clear requirements are available from amanda.sandland@derby.anglican.org or nick.harding@derby.anglican.org
There are a limited number of Basic sessions offered in-person for those unable to access on-line sessions. We currently have the following sessions available for booking:
Basic & Foundation Combined Course - Tuesday 18 March - 9.15-11.30am - Tansley Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Tansley, Matlock, DE4 5FE - Book Here
For details of other available courses, please contact amanda.sandland@derby.anglican.org
If you feel you may be affected by the contents of any safeguarding training and would like to discuss an exemption for a specific training course 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 Advisor for a confidential discussion.
Safeguarding training courses
Select a course to view and book
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Basic Safeguarding Awareness +
The Basic course (formerly C0) is for everyone who has contact with the public, whether face-to-face or on the phone. It can be completed by any member of the congregation, to support awareness raising and a culture of support and vigilance in the Church. This is a pre-requisite module for completing any other core training module. This is self-directed learning available online via the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes… See More -
Safeguarding Foundation Training +
Foundations Training (formerly C1) 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. This is a pre-requisite for completing Leadership training for clergy, readers, churchwardens, and others in leadership roles. This is self-directed learning available online via the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal. It generally… See More -
Safeguarding Leadership Training +
The Leadership Course is a requirement for all those who have any leadership responsibility in the church. All those with Bishop’s licence (Clergy, readers and Lay Ministers), Churchwardens, and many others who hold positions of leadership in work with children, young people or adults who may be at risk or are vulnerable must complete this course. Others in the church are also welcome to attend, as training promotes to culture change in the church. The evaluation… See More -
PtO (Permission to Officiate) Safeguarding Training +
This course is for readers with PtO, and for clergy with PtO who are not heavily involved in ministry, unless the Bishop’s Office requires certain delegates to do the Safeguarding Leadership course instead. 2025 Dates PTO/1 Tuesday 4th March - 10am-1pm - Derby Church House, Full Street, Derby, DE1 3DR - Book Here PTO/2 Wednesday 21st May - 1-4pm - Derby Church House, Full Street, Derby, DE1 3DE - Book Here Please email amanda.sandland@derby.anglican.org to be placed on a waiting list… See More -
Raising Awareness of and Responding Well to Domestic Abuse Training +
This course is required for all churchwardens, clergy, readers, and many other church officers. It is recommended but not required for PCC members. It is delivered through one session of one hour and 30 minutes. This must be completed either on Zoom or in-person. It highlights this area of abuse which is a major issue in many of our communities and looks at the indicators of abuse in the home context and how we respond. There are… See More -
Safer Recruitment and People Management Training +
This session is for clergy, PSOs, and anyone responsible for appointments and line-management. This course explores the national Safer Recruitment and People Management guidance. It is increasingly clear that safeguarding issues often arise when a safer recruitment process has not been followed, or corners have been cut. This course can be done as a national e-learning course available online via the Church of England Training Portal, which takes about 75 minutes to complete. If you… See More -
Modern Slavery Briefing +
Modern Slavery briefing is an optional session looking at national and local statistics and the issues around modern slavery. This course will explore what it may look like, the most common forms of modern slavery, and what to do if you have a concern. This course should be done as a national e-learning course available online via the Church of England Training Portal, which takes about 60 minutes to complete. If you have difficulties logging… See More
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From this page you can view and book safeguarding training sessions.
Everyone who works for and/or volunteers for churches, parishes and worshipping communities within the Diocese of Derby needs some level of training.
The matrix, which can be downloaded here for reference, is subject to change as the National Safeguarding team and House of Bishops implement changes.
Basic and Foundations are national e-learning courses.
Domestic Abuse Awareness is available on Zoom or in-person.
Leadership and PtO are available on Zoom or limited in-person.
Safer Recruitment is available as a national elearning course and available on Zoom
Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) Induction/Refresher is only available on Zoom.
Modern Slavery briefing is an optional session that takes place on Zoom
Basic, Foundation and Safer Recruitment can be done by delegates individually at home. Places must be booked onto all other courses.
Each term we offer up to two ‘in person’ Training Days delivering Basic, Foundations and Leadership. These take place at venues across the diocese and are provided only for those unable to do e-learning or Zoom sessions. For more information on bookings please contact amanda.sandland@derby.anglican.org
Nick Harding delivers the training for Derby Diocese. For more information on the content of training please contact nick.harding@derby.anglican.org
Parish Safeguarding Officers should also see the Resources for Parish Safeguarding Officers page which has resources and support relevant to their role or that of DBS Administrators.
If you feel you may be affected by the contents of any safeguarding training and would like to discuss an exemption for a specific training course 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 Advisor for a confidential discussion.
Safeguarding training courses
Select a course to view and book
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Basic Safeguarding Awareness +
The Basic course (formerly C0) is for everyone who has contact with the public, whether face-to-face or on the phone. It can be completed by any member of the congregation, to support awareness raising and a culture of support and vigilance in the Church. This is a pre-requisite module for completing any other core training module. This is self-directed learning available online via the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes… See More -
Safeguarding Foundation Training +
Foundations Training (formerly C1) 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. This is a pre-requisite for completing Leadership training for clergy, readers, churchwardens, and others in leadership roles. This is self-directed learning available online via the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal. It generally… See More -
Safeguarding Leadership Training +
The Leadership Course is a requirement for all those who have any leadership responsibility in the church. All those with Bishop’s licence (Clergy, readers and Lay Ministers), Churchwardens, and many others who hold positions of leadership in work with children, young people or adults who may be at risk or are vulnerable must complete this course. Others in the church are also welcome to attend, as training promotes to culture change in the church. The evaluation… See More -
PtO (Permission to Officiate) Safeguarding Training +
This course is for readers with PtO, and for clergy with PtO who are not heavily involved in ministry, unless the Bishop’s Office requires certain delegates to do the Safeguarding Leadership course instead. 2025 Dates PTO/1 Tuesday 4th March - 10am-1pm - Derby Church House, Full Street, Derby, DE1 3DR - Book Here PTO/2 Wednesday 21st May - 1-4pm - Derby Church House, Full Street, Derby, DE1 3DE - Book Here Please email amanda.sandland@derby.anglican.org to be placed on a waiting list… See More -
Raising Awareness of and Responding Well to Domestic Abuse Training +
This course is required for all churchwardens, clergy, readers, and many other church officers. It is recommended but not required for PCC members. It is delivered through one session of one hour and 30 minutes. This must be completed either on Zoom or in-person. It highlights this area of abuse which is a major issue in many of our communities and looks at the indicators of abuse in the home context and how we respond. There are… See More -
Safer Recruitment and People Management Training +
This session is for clergy, PSOs, and anyone responsible for appointments and line-management. This course explores the national Safer Recruitment and People Management guidance. It is increasingly clear that safeguarding issues often arise when a safer recruitment process has not been followed, or corners have been cut. This course can be done as a national e-learning course available online via the Church of England Training Portal, which takes about 75 minutes to complete. If you… See More -
Modern Slavery Briefing +
Modern Slavery briefing is an optional session looking at national and local statistics and the issues around modern slavery. This course will explore what it may look like, the most common forms of modern slavery, and what to do if you have a concern. This course should be done as a national e-learning course available online via the Church of England Training Portal, which takes about 60 minutes to complete. If you have difficulties logging… See More
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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
More learning for churchwardens
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The General Synod is the national assembly of the Church of England. It came into being in 1970 under the Synodical Government Measure 1969, replacing an earlier body known as the Church Assembly.
The General Synod considers and approves legislation affecting the whole of the Church of England, formulates new forms of worship, debates matters of national and international importance, and approves the annual budget for the work of the Church at national level.
Houses of the General Synod
There are 483 members of General Synod. Members are arranged into three Houses:
House of Bishops
House of Clergy
House of Laity
More information about General Synod and the Houses can be found on the Church of England website.
A list of General Synod members from the Diocese of Derby can be found here.
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
Protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults is the responsibility of us all, whether they are in the communities in which we live or part of our Christian family.
If you have a concern about a child, young person or adult who may be at risk of harm please speak to one of the parish safeguarding coordinators or the priest within the parish.
If you have concerns about a member of the clergy or an employee of the diocese please contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser on 01332 388678 or one of the archdeacons.
You can also report any concerns to the Police or Social Care.
The important thing is that your concerns are shared with someone in a position to help.
To report a safeguarding concern to the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser, Hannah Hogg, please complete the form below.
Bishop Libby is pleased to announce that Ian Blaney of Lee Bolton Monier-Williams has been appointed the next Registrar of the Diocese of Derby and her Legal Secretary, following the retirement of Nadine Waldron.
The appointment will take effect on 1 October 2021 and all Registry enquiries should be directed to the new registrar from that date.
He is to be supported by three deputy registrars, Howard Dellar, Susan Newell and Ed Henderson who each have their own specialist expertise.
Susan Black is to be the principal registry clerk, supported by Kevin Diamond.
Ian Blaney is a solicitor with over 15 years’ experience in ecclesiastical law. He has written various publications on church, burial and marriage law and has a degree in canon law.
He lives in north London where he is a member of his parish church, on the PCC, and is Vice-Chair of Governors of the church school.
He hails from Cheshire and Staffordshire where family members still live. He has served as Registrar of the Diocese of Lincoln for the last 4 years and will continue in that post.
His firm, Lee Bolton Monier-Williams is known for its expertise in ecclesiastical, charity and educational law.
Bishop Libby said: “I am delighted that Ian is joining us as our new registrar. His knowledge, experience and expertise will be an valuable addition to our diocesan team. I am inspired by his commitment to live out his faith by offering the best practice of law in the service of the Church for the sake of the Kingdom. I am looking forward to working together so that we can be good news for all in transforming lives through growing the church and building community.”
Ian Blaney said: “I would like to thank the Bishop and her team for appointing me to this important role. I look forward to exploring the parishes of the Diocese and getting to know the clergy, lay officers and volunteers who faithfully make their churches a place of welcome and sanctuary. I am grateful to my predecessor Nadine Waldron for her steadfast work over many years for and making the handover as smooth as possible. My office is based in London, where the Registry is easily contactable by phone, email, ‘snail mail’ and video. Although the last year has highlighted the convenience and usefulness of online meetings, I and my team value forming relationships and maintaining a presence through personal visits, and we look forward to being with you.”
The contact details for the new Registrar are:
Derby Diocesan Registry
1 The Sanctuary
Westminster
London
SW1P 3JT
Reception Telephone: 020 7222 5381
Direct Telephone (Registry Clerk): 0207 960 7152
Email: derby.registry@1thesanctuary.com
A registry website is in the process of being built and information about this will be published in due course.
Welcome to the Diocese of Derby and thanks for considering serving your curacy with us!
If you are completing ordination training in 2025 and have been officially released by your sponsoring diocese to look elsewhere, then please consider coming to the Diocese of Derby to serve your curacy.
If you are interested:
- Check out our curacy training programme
- Explore the parish profiles below
If you would be interested in discussing these posts further, please contact:
The Revd Ben Griffiths, Diocesan Director of Ordinands & Vocations: ben.griffiths@derby.anglican.org - 01332 278169
The Revd Dwayne Engh, Ordained Ministries Development Officer: dwayne.engh@derby.anglican.org - 07425 606421
Parish profiles
>> St Peter's in the City (Derby)
>> The United Benefice of Barlborough and Clowne
