Safeguarding
As a school we take the safeguarding of ALL our young people AND staff very seriously.
We follow the requirements laid down by the Government to ensure that there are procedures in place to enable our learners to learn in a safe and supportive environment.
The Government makes it clear that all schools must make arrangements to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
Parents/Carers need to be aware that we are required by law to pass on information which gives rise to concern about a child’s welfare including risk from neglect, physical, emotional or sexual abuse.
Wherever possible we will share any concerns with parents/carers and seek their consent to a referral to the Children’s Advice and Duty Service (CADS). This will only be done where such discussions will not place the child at increased risk of harm. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads will always carry out their responsibilities in accordance with the law and act in the best interests of the child.
There are four main elements to our Safeguarding Policy:
- Prevention through outstanding teaching and pastoral support in accordance with the whole school supportive ethos.
- Procedures for identifying and reporting cases or suspected cases of abuse.
- Support to children who may be at risk or have been harmed.
- Preventing unsuitable people working with children by offering Safer Recruitment practice; including ensuring that appropriate Criminal Records Bureau and reference checks are made according to Government legislation.
Our Safeguarding Policy applies to ALL staff and volunteers working in the school.
If you wish to access further information on keeping safe online, please refer to the cyber safety section of our website.
You can read and access polices linked to safeguarding here
Other important government documents linked to safeguarding can be accessed using these links:
- Children Missing Education – Statutory Guidance
- Keeping Children Safe in Education
- NCC Private fostering guidance
- What to do if you’re worried a child is being abused
- Working together to safeguarding children
If you are worried about risks linked to extremism and radicalisation, you can read about the Government’s Prevent duty using the following links:
The Prevent Duty (Department for Education)
Designated Safeguarding Leads
If you have any safeguarding concerns, please contact the staff below using the email address [email protected]. This email address can be used by students and parents / carers who have any concerns. Students can also speak directly to staff in school.
Mrs E Pitcher
Vice Principal – Inclusion
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr J Hodder
Safeguarding & Welfare Officer
Miss A Wildey
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs P Pearson-Brooke
Pastoral Key Worker
Governor Contacts
Out Safeguarding link govenor is Gary Seale. You can contact him by emailing [email protected]