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Our Environment

Safeguarding

St Pius X Parish, Dernancourt

Governance

Our Commitment

St Pius X Parish, Dernancourt is a child-safe and vulnerable persons safe organisation .

We have zero tolerance for abuse of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and are committed to their care, wellbeing, and protection.

We believe every person has the right to be safe, respected, and heard.

Safeguarding is a fundamental responsibility across all parish ministries.

Our Mission

Safeguarding in Our Parish

We are committed to:

  • Providing a safe and supportive environment
  • Preventing harm through strong safeguarding practices
  • Responding appropriately to concerns and disclosures
  • Complying with the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards
Participation

Volunteer Requirements

To ensure a safe parish environment:

  • All volunteers aged 14+ require a Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Adult volunteers must complete Safeguarding Essentials Training
  • All volunteers must agree to a Code of Conduct
Resources

Forms & Applications

Working With Children Check – Initiation Form

Instructions: Download, complete, and submit to the Parish Office with 100 points of identification.

Download WWCC Form

Record of Concern Form

This form is used to report:

  • Abuse or suspected abuse
  • Misconduct
  • Any safeguarding concerns
Download Record of Concern

Reporting a Concern

If you are concerned about the safety or wellbeing of a child, young person, or vulnerable adult, please report it immediately.

Contact - Our Teams

THE SAFEGUARDING OPERATIONS TEAM:

Responsible for all safeguarding services including training, Safe Environments for All (SEFA), and screening (previously SAVA).

You can contact the Safeguarding Operations Team on Ph: 08 8210 8150
For queries about training or safeguarding services (such as SEFA): [email protected]
For all screening queries (previously SAVA): [email protected]

Archdiocese Safeguarding Links

Access official resources, policies, and contacts from the Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide Integrity & Safeguarding Unit.

Safeguarding Department Legislative Framework Safeguarding Policies Resources & Fact Sheets Kids Corner Contact Details
External Support

Archdiocese Support

Integrity & Safeguarding Unit

For further details please refer to -

Archdiocese Safeguarding Resources
Parish Representatives

Parish Safeguarding Contacts

The following safeguarding representatives are appointed to promote the safety and wellbeing of children, young people, and vulnerable adults:

Judith Mohanaraj

Grace Rayappu

Malcolm Davies

Dennis Rodrigues

Contact details are available via the Parish Office .