Immediate Danger? If a child or adult at risk is believed to be in immediate danger, do not delay in contacting the police on 999.
Parish Safeguarding Department
“Promoting a safe Church, protecting children, young people, and vulnerable adults across our parish community.”
Reporting Abuse & Church Commitment
Urgent Danger Protocol
If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, using 999 if a child or adult is believed to be in immediate danger.
Statutory Reporting Policy
It is the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report all allegations of abuse to statutory authorities, regardless of whether the abuse occurred recently or in the past or whether the accused person is living or deceased.
Referral Duty for Church Roles
If you are in any role within the Catholic Church in England and Wales, you must refer allegations directly to the safeguarding office for your diocese or religious congregation or directly to the Police.
Safeguarding in our Catholic Community
Watch the official briefing video on safeguarding standards and procedures across our diocese.
Safeguarding Team Contacts
Reach out directly to our designated parish representative or the Northampton Diocesan team.
Janet Goodland
Parish Safeguarding Representative
Our Lady Help of Christians & St Lawrence, Olney
Danielle Dixon
Safeguarding Coordinator
Diocese of Northampton
Laura Lester
Safeguarding Support Officer
Diocese of Northampton
Father Andrew Behrens
Clergy Advisor for Safeguarding
Diocese of Northampton
Safeguarding Documents & Downloads
Click any official poster or policy statement below to view or download directly from the Diocese of Northampton.
A Time To Listen Poster
Diocesan parish listening and support poster with contact lines.
Safeguarding Policy Statement
Full statement of commitment for protecting children and adults at risk.
Flowchart – Responding to Allegations
Step-by-step flowchart guide for clergy, staff, and parish volunteers.
Safe Spaces Information Poster
Information sheet for independent helpline support services.
CSSA National Standards Poster
Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency regulatory compliance sheet.
Safeguarding Training Poster
Instructions for volunteers completing mandatory online modules.
Safe Spaces Support
Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service providing confidential care for survivors of abuse in relation to the Catholic Church in England and Wales, the Church of England, or the Church in Wales.
National Statutory Helplines
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NSPCC Child Protection Helpline0808 800 5000
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Childline Confidential for Children0800 1111
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Samaritans 24/7 Emotional Listening116 123
OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS & ST LAWRENCE, OLNEY
Parish Safeguarding Emergency & Directory Noticeboard Sheet
39-41 West Street, Olney MK46 5HH | Diocese of Northampton
IN IMMEDIATE DANGER? CALL 999
If a child or vulnerable adult is believed to be in immediate danger, do not delay in contacting the police using 999.
SAFEGUARDING CONTACT DIRECTORY
Email: safeguarding.olney@northamptondiocese.org
Parish Office: 01234 711212
Tel: 01604 723514 | Mob: 07833 050628
Email: safeguarding@northamptondiocese.org
Tel: 01604 723516 | Mob: 07859 499294
Email: safeguardingadmin@northamptondiocese.org
Tel: 01604 713015
Email: frandrew.behrens@northamptondiocese.org
INDEPENDENT SUPPORT & HELPLINES
Safe Spaces (Survivor Care): 0300 303 1056 | safespaces@firstlightorg.uk
NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000 | Childline: 0800 1111 | Samaritans: 116 123