Introduction and ethos

Stanmore & Canons Park Synagogue is a member of the the United Synagogue, the largest synagogue movement in Europe, supported by a central office that includes the Office of the Chief Rabbi.

Our safeguarding policy refers to all United Synagogue Trustees, staff, volunteers and visitors.

“Safeguarding is not just about protecting children from deliberate harm. It includes a wide range of issues relating to children’s welfare, health and safety.”

The United Synagogue (US) and all representatives have an essential role to play in making it safe and secure. The United Synagogue recognises our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children.

The United Synagogue recognises the importance of providing an ethos and environment within the organisation that will help children to feel safe, secure and respected; encourage them to talk openly; and enable them to feel confident that they will be listened to. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice.

The safeguarding leads at Stanmore and Canons Park are Jacqui Rudolph and Sarah Konn.  Please email jacqui@stanmoresynagogue.org if you have any concerns around safeguarding; or phone the shul office.  If it is during Shabbat or yomtov, please alert the wardens or lady steward.