Key Links and Resources - Diocese of Chichester

The following websites provide useful information and support. Links to these resources have been included throughout the HR Toolkit in the relevant sections.

Template letters and documents that may be used by the parish are also included within the HR Toolkit to support you in managing your processes. They can also be found below.

In some circumstances, the PCC may need to obtain more specialist support or HR advice from an HR consultant or employment solicitor.

ACAS: lots of helpful advice and template policies. The ACAS Helpline provides free, confidential guidance on workplace disputes and statutory rights (Telephone 0300 123 1100).
Church of England Safer Recruitment Code of Practice which has advice and templates and a thorough process for recruitment and beyond.
Church of England Children and Young People has guidance and information specifically for Parishes who have volunteers or staff working with children and young people.
Church of England – Safety Resources – resources for PCCs to protect people from harm in a church setting. Includes information and links relating to safeguarding, conduct behaviour, HR for staff & volunteers, governance & finance, insurance, health & safety, buildings, data management and risk.
Gov.uk – advice about employing people, including pay, pension, contracts and redundancies.
Health and Safety Executive – H&S, risk assessment & accident reporting.
HR advice and consultancy - Sussex HR are a local HR company which some parishes use and engage for support and advice in dealing with more complex HR matters. This advice and support will have to be paid for by the Parish.
Parish Resources - information about employing staff.
Stewardship.org - offer pay for employment packs for churches.

The Parish HR Toolkit was produced in September 2026 and will be reviewed annually or when updates are required.