Safeguarding
Safeguarding at Bracknell Community Church
At Bracknell Community Church, we want everyone who comes through our doors to feel safe, valued, and cared for. Creating a welcoming environment where children, young people, and adults can grow in faith and community is really important to us.
We believe that safeguarding is a shared responsibility, and we’re committed to protecting and supporting those who may be vulnerable. Our team is trained to follow clear safeguarding procedures, and we work closely with trusted organisations to make sure our church remains a safe place for all.
If you have any questions or concerns about safeguarding, please get in touch with our Safeguarding Lead, Bob Bacon, by emailing safeguarding@bracknellcommunitychurch.org.uk.
You can also read more about how we keep people safe by viewing our full Safeguarding Policy.
GDPR
Bracknell Community Church – Privacy Notice
At Bracknell Community Church we are committed to protecting your privacy and keeping your personal information safe. This notice explains how we collect, use, and store your data in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who We Are
Bracknell Community Church is a registered charity and Christian community based in Bracknell.
If you have any questions about how we handle your data, please contact our Data Protection Lead at: admin@bracknellcommunitychurch.org
What Information We Collect
We collect only the information we need to serve you and our community. This may include:
- Your name and contact details (email, phone number, address)
- Information you provide on registration or feedback forms
- Details of your involvement in church activities or events
- Financial information related to donations or Gift Aid (where applicable)
How We Collect Information
We mainly collect data through Microsoft Forms, which we use for event sign-ups, feedback, and contact forms. Microsoft provides secure, GDPR-compliant data storage.
Why We Use Your Data
We process your personal data to:
- Communicate with you about church activities and events
- Support pastoral care and community connections
- Manage volunteers, teams, and memberships
- Administer donations and Gift Aid claims
- Comply with legal obligations (e.g. safeguarding, accounting)
We always aim to process data lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
How We Protect Your Data
Your information is stored securely in Microsoft’s cloud systems and is accessible only to authorised church staff and volunteers. We use passwords, encryption, and access controls to protect your data.
Sharing Your Information
We will never sell your data. We only share it if:
- You have given clear consent
- It is required by law (for example, with HMRC or safeguarding authorities)
- It is necessary to fulfil a legitimate church purpose (e.g. small group coordination)
How Long We Keep Your Data
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose or meet legal requirements. When it’s no longer needed, we delete or securely destroy it.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Ask for a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Ask for your data to be deleted
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Object to or restrict how we use your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@bracknellcommunitychurch.org.
Data Breaches
If your personal data is ever compromised, we will inform you and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in line with legal requirements.
Updates to This Notice
We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time to reflect changes in how we use your data or in legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.
Last updated: 15 October 2025
Here is a link to our safeguarding policy:
Safeguarding officer
Bob Bacon
Deputy Safeguarding officer
