Safeguarding Policy

The Order of the Cross

Our Safeguarding Policy 

Living by our ‘Aims and Ideals’ all Members of the Order of the Cross endeavour to live a life of compassion, peace and spiritual aspiration. Abuse, neglect or harm to any individual or creature would be abhorrent. Our safeguarding policy therefore naturally springs from the basis that all our Members will eschew causing harm of any kind and will at all times take the side of peace, kindness, compassion and understanding and will encourage others to do the same.

The Order of the Cross recognises the importance of being aware of possible abuse and that it is important that its organisers are able to recognise issues and protect vulnerable adults and children. We have a safeguarding lead and two deputies who are all trained and certificated. Members who are responsible for administration and for arranging events and gatherings undertake regular training and hold current DBS certification. We will ensure at any gathering that a suitably qualified safeguarding contact will be available should any need arise.

Our full written policy follows national guidelines and acknowledges the relevant legal frameworks. Please contact [email protected] if there are any questions or if there is any issue that gives concern.

The Trustees of the Order of the Cross.

February 2026