Farewell to Victoria Kellett

Victoria Kellett will be leaving her role as Diocesan Safeguarding Officer in November as she moves to an exciting new opportunity with the National Safeguarding Team, where she will become Regional Safeguarding Lead for the North West. 

Since joining the Diocese in April 2024, Victoria has provided strong leadership to the safeguarding team and has played a significant part in strengthening safeguarding across the Diocese.

Victoria said ‘I have every confidence in the team I have built and know that they will continue to further develop effective safeguarding practices across the Diocese. All of the safeguarding team are dedicated and capable professionals and they are in a strong position for the future.’

Diocesan Secretary Russ Beese said ‘While we are sorry to see Victoria go this is a positive move for her and an exciting new opportunity in the next stage of her career.

‘Over the coming weeks, Victoria will be working to ensure a smooth and orderly handover with the priority being to ensure that the safeguarding provision remains strong, resilient and fully effective throughout this transition period.

‘We thank Victoria for the professionalism, commitment and care she has brought to the role during her time with us and wish her every blessing and success for the future.’