Safeguarding in Scotland

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Safeguarding Resources

Good Practice 6 - Scotland version

Good Practice 6 - Scotland version

The URC's definitive guide for Safeguarding in the Church, with amendments to reflect Scottish Law.

Safeguarding Policy

The Safeguarding Policy that precides over the Synod of Scotland.

Resources for Church Safeguarding Coordinators

Church Record Keeping Example

Keep secure records of training attendance and Disclosure information.

Scotland Criminal Record Check Matrix

Agreed at General Assembly in July 2025, use this to assess your Church's requirements for Disclosures.

Scotland Training Matrix

Agreed at General Assembly in July 2025, use this to assess your Church's requirements for Safeguarding Training.

Disclosure Documents

A helpful list of documents that would be accepted as part of a Disclosure check. Only three are needed, one of which should be from Group 1.

Posters

Poster for display in local Churches

Display on your Church's noticeboard and in private areas such as bathrooms.

Love your neighbour

Show how accepting the URC is with this poster.

The URC is for...

The URC supports people using all and any pronouns. Display this in your local Church.

You are not late. You arrived precisely when you were meant to.

Training Resources

How to apply for criminal record checks: full tutorial

Refresh your memory with this 20 minute Walkthrough of DDC.

How to apply for criminal record checks: sections

Just need a specific reminder? Choose the section that is relevant to you.

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