Last reviewed: 20-May-2026 | Next review: 20-May-2026
Our Commitment
Al-Rahmah Community Centre is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults who engage with our services. We believe every person has the right to be treated with dignity, to feel safe, and to be protected from harm — regardless of age, gender, race, religion, ability, or background. This commitment reflects both our Islamic values — the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم said: “He is not one of us who does not have mercy upon our young.” — and our legal obligations as a Scottish charity.
Scope
This policy applies to all trustees, staff, volunteers, contractors, and visitors to AlRahmah Community Centre. It covers all activities organised or hosted by the centre, on or off our premises.
Key Principles
• The welfare of children and vulnerable adults is paramount
• All children and vulnerable adults have the right to protection from abuse
• All concerns and allegations will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly
• We will work in partnership with parents, children, and statutory agencies
PVG Membership
All Al-Rahmah staff and volunteers who work in regulated roles with children or vulnerable adults are registered with the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, managed by Disclosure Scotland. This includes:
• All Madrasah teachers and teaching assistants
• Youth workers and mentors
• Imams
• Counselling staff
• Janazah support team members
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead is responsible for handling all safeguarding concerns. They have completed accredited safeguarding training and are the first point of contact for any concerns.
Designated Safeguarding Lead: [Name]
Email: safeguarding@alrahmah.org.uk
Phone: [Number]
Deputy DSL: [Name] | [Email]
How to Report a Concern
If you have any concerns about the welfare or safety of a child or vulnerable adult at AlRahmah, please report them as soon as possible:
• Speak directly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Email safeguarding@alrahmah.org.uk
• In an emergency, call Police Scotland on 999 or the non-emergency line on 101
• You can also contact Social Work Glasgow on 0141 287 0555
• Or call NSPCC Scotland on 0808 800 5000
All reports will be handled confidentially. You can report anonymously, although providing your details helps us follow up effectively.
Code of Conduct
All staff and volunteers must:
• Treat every child and adult with respect and dignity
• Avoid being alone with a child where possible — work in visible, public spaces
• Never use physical punishment or shouting as discipline
• Respect confidentiality and only share information on a need-to-know basis
• Report any concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Refrain from any contact with children outside of authorised Al-Rahmah activities
Photography & Social Media
We will not publish photographs of identifiable children on our website or social media without explicit written consent from parents/guardians. Parents may withdraw consent
at any time.
Review
This policy is reviewed annually by the Board of Trustees and updated as necessary. The full policy document is available on request.