The issues of Child Protection, knowing what to be aware of, appointing a Child Protection Officer and getting enhanced CRB checks for those working with children or vulnerable adults, can appear a daunting task.
But help is available:
Walsall Council offer help, advice and training in these areas. Contact the CRB team.
If you represent an Anglican Church then you could contact:
Revd Charmian Beech — the Child Protection Officer in Lichfield
The Methodist Circuit recommend looking at http://www.ccpas.co.uk which is the website of Churches Child Protection Advisory Service. This site has a number of useful downloads relevant to all churches.