Protecting Your Congregation Starts Here
Specialist safeguarding training designed exclusively for churches and faith communities — delivered online by a qualified social worker with 5+ years inside a Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.
"I don't just teach safeguarding — I've lived it. I know what happens when a referral comes in, and what happens when no one acts."
Training That Understands
Your World
Generic safeguarding training wasn't built for faith communities. Ours was.
Faith-Aware
Delivered by a committed Christian who understands the culture, language and dynamics of church life — including the unique risks that come with pastoral trust.
Frontline Experience
Our trainer has worked inside a MASH team for over 5 years — receiving referrals, making decisions, and seeing first-hand what works and what doesn't.
Online via Zoom or On-Site
Delivered via Zoom for maximum flexibility — no venue costs, no travel, no disruption. On-site delivery also available at an additional fee. Book for your whole leadership team or open it to all volunteers. Nationwide reach.
Legally Grounded
Based on Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026 and Charity Commission requirements. We keep you compliant, not just informed.
Certified & Credible
Every attendee receives a certificate of attendance — useful for your church's safeguarding records, trustee reporting and annual reviews.
Compassionate Approach
We don't come to criticise — we come to equip. Sessions are practical, warm and encouraging. You'll leave feeling confident, not overwhelmed.
What Your Church Will Learn
Nine practical modules covering everything your church needs — delivered in one powerful 3.5 hour session, fully updated for Working Together 2026.
Why Safeguarding Matters in Faith Settings
Understanding the unique risks in church communities, high-profile case lessons, and your legal obligations as a church organisation.
Recognising Abuse & Neglect
Four categories of abuse for children and ten categories for adults at risk under the Care Act 2014 — signs, indicators and what to do. Real-world scenarios relevant to church life.
Understanding Thresholds — Working Together 2026
What constitutes a concern versus what needs reporting, the new Family Help framework, what actually happens when you call children's services, and adult safeguarding referral pathways under the Care Act 2014.
What To Do When You're Worried
Step-by-step guidance for responding to concerns, receiving a disclosure, and who to contact. Including what NOT to do.
Spiritual Abuse — Signs, Response & Protection
A distinct and often hidden form of abuse. How it presents, the spectrum from unhealthy to abusive, and how to respond with confidence.
Safer Outings, Trips & Youth Activities
Risk assessments, supervision ratios, consent and what to put in place before taking children or young people off-site.
Photos, Video & Online Content
Consent before taking or sharing images, the real risks of posting online, and building a policy for your website and social media.
Policies, Safer Recruitment & Safe Culture
What your safeguarding policy must include, DBS requirements, and how to build a church culture where people feel safe to speak up.
Q&A, Scenarios & Action Planning
Interactive scenario exercises, open Q&A, and three clear actions your church can take immediately after the session.
Qualified. Experienced.
Faith-Connected.
Not just a trainer — a practitioner who has spent years on the frontline of child protection.
Paul Enyagberue
Keystone Safeguarding Practice was founded by Paul Enyagberue, a qualified and registered social worker with over five years of specialist experience working inside a Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) — the frontline team that receives, triages and acts on safeguarding referrals for children and vulnerable adults.
As a committed Christian attending church in the UK, Paul recognised a significant gap: faith communities wanted to do the right thing, but often lacked the practical knowledge to act with confidence when something didn't seem right.
Keystone Safeguarding Practice was created to bridge that gap — bringing the knowledge of the frontline directly into the heart of the church, in a way that is accessible, culturally sensitive and practically useful.
Real Feedback from Real People
Following our first training session at Joy Christian Centre, Basildon — July 2026
The presentation was clear, informative and easy to follow. You engaged your audience and answered our questions thoughtfully.
Very informative and the slides were well presented — neat, clear and easy to read. It was nice to hear it from a Christian perspective and incorporating church into it.
The presentation was great — very informative. It was refreshing and beneficial. Will appreciate more scenarios next time since it makes sessions interactive and interesting.
It was a really good session and clear when delivered, also good use of examples as well.
You were knowledgeable and answered questions well. You were relaxed — you did not show anxiety or confusion. Overall great delivery for a first time.
It was informative and engaging. I learnt the importance of establishing safeguarding foundations within the church and making sure there are systems in place. I pray that your knowledge and wisdom will edify the souls of many.
Simple, Honest Pricing
No hidden fees. Everything included. Certificates for every attendee.
- Up to 20 attendees
- 3.5 hour online session
- Certificates for all
- Participant handout
- Post-session Q&A support
- Up to 50 attendees
- 3.5 hour online session
- Certificates for all
- Participant handout
- Post-session Q&A support
- Open group sessions
- Mixed church attendance
- Certificate included
- Participant handout
- Great for small teams
Beyond Training — Supporting Your Church to Stay Safe
In addition to training, Keystone Safeguarding Practice offers professional safeguarding support services for churches and faith organisations — grounded in Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026 and current statutory guidance.
Safeguarding Policy Writing
Does your church have an up to date safeguarding policy? Many churches are operating with outdated documents that do not reflect Working Together 2026 or current Charity Commission requirements. We write clear, comprehensive, legally grounded safeguarding policies tailored specifically to your church context.
- ›Full policy document updated to 2026
- ›DSL register and reporting procedures
- ›Spiritual abuse policy included
- ›Safer recruitment section
- ›Photography and online content policy
Safeguarding Policy Health Check
Already have a safeguarding policy but not sure if it is still fit for purpose? We review your existing policy against current legislation and best practice, providing a written report with clear recommendations for improvement. Ideal for churches that want reassurance before their next trustee review.
- ›Full review of existing policy
- ›Checked against Working Together 2026
- ›Written report with recommendations
- ›Gap analysis against current requirements
- ›Follow up call to discuss findings
Safeguarding Environment Review
A safeguarding review of your church's physical environment, operational procedures and culture — identifying strengths and areas for development. We look at access arrangements, supervision practices, safer recruitment records, DBS compliance and overall safeguarding culture to help your church demonstrate it takes protection seriously.
- ›Review of physical premises and access
- ›DBS compliance check across volunteers
- ›Supervision and safer recruitment review
- ›Safeguarding culture assessment
- ›Written report with action plan
Annual Safeguarding Retainer
The complete ongoing safeguarding partnership for churches who want peace of mind all year round.
- ✓Annual policy review and update
- ✓Minor amendments as legislation changes
- ✓Two consultations per year by email or phone
- ✓Audit readiness check before trustee reviews
- ✓Priority 48-hour response
Not sure which service is right for you?
Book a free 30-minute discovery call with Paul. No obligation, no pressure — just an honest conversation about where your church is and what would help most.
Not Generic. Not Box-Ticking. Not Disconnected.
As a Black British African Christian and a MASH social worker, Paul understands both worlds — the faith community and the statutory system. That combination is rare. And it is what makes this service genuinely different.
Faith-Centred
Safeguarding as part of loving care and ministry — not just compliance. Understanding faith culture from the inside.
Culturally Competent
Helping faith families navigate UK law without losing their identity, values or community.
Practical and Realistic
Rules that actually work for close-knit communities — not impossible standards that fail in practice.
Zero Tolerance
Clear recognition of spiritual abuse, financial control and hidden harms that generic training often misses.
Independent
No conflict of interest. Honest, impartial advice. Working for the safety of your congregation — no agenda.
Frontline Experience
5+ years inside a MASH team receiving real referrals. Knowing what statutory agencies look for — from the inside.
Book Your Session
Fill in the form and we'll be in touch within 2 working days to confirm your session.
How it works
Booking is simple and straightforward. Once you submit your enquiry, we'll contact you to confirm a date and time that works for your church.
Submit your enquiry using the form — takes less than 2 minutes.
We contact you within 2 working days to confirm your date, time and Zoom link.
You share the invite with your team. We send the handout in advance.
We deliver the session. Certificates issued to all attendees same day.
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