All volunteers must complete the recruitment process before working with children and/or protected adults. This includes 2 x references, PVG (where tier 1) and Induction Part 1 training. Please contact your Parish Safeguarding Coordinator (PSC) to discuss becoming a volunteer and complete and return the form below to the Safeguarding Office
- For new volunteers please click to complete an Archdiocese Application Form
All Exisiting tier 1 volunteers (those with PVG) must update their PVG every five years (this is a legal requireemnt) or if they are taking on any additional roles. To do so please complete and return the form below
- For existing volunteers please click to complete an Archdiocese PVG update Form
These forms should be completed and returned by email to
Those who are eligible for PVG is changing. Please see the leaflet below for more information:
Although training is mandatory for volunteers who fit into Tier 1 & 2, its good practice for everyone who volunteers to attend training. All volunteers are welcome and can fill in the training form for a place on one of our courses?
2026 Training Dates
Induction Part 1 Training
This training is mandatory for all volunteers and must be completed before they begin in their role. The following training dates are available. Bookings can be made by clicking here.
- Monday 26th January 7-9pm Zoom
- Saturday 21st February 10am- 12noon Eyre Hall
- Thursday 5th March 7-9pm Zoom
- Saturday 28th March 10am- 12noon Eyre Hall
- Monday 13th April 7-9pm Zoom
- Saturday 16th May 10am- 12noon Eyre Hall
- Thursday 4th June 7-9pm Zoom
Induction Part 2 Training
This should be attended after 6 months being in your voluntary role. Please note this training is not being run as it is under review.