Every new member of staff completes a safeguarding questionnaire to check their understanding. We have 5 members of staff who are trained in the restraint of children wo understand that the use of reasonable force is a last resort. We have behavior plans for all children who we deem a risk in this area. This is in order to minimize the likelihood of challenging behavior and when it does occur there would be less use of physical restraint and other restrictive methods. Where restraint is used we have a policy of a communication document being completed with the child’s parent which details the type of restraint/ length and reason for restraint and de-escalation strategies used and the parent signs to agree with the process. Framework Underpinning this Policy This policy and procedures have been written and will be implemented in-line with the safeguarding and child protection procedures established by Kirklees Safeguarding Children Board & LSCB. It is also written in accordance with legislation established by the Children Acts 1989 and 2004, the Education Act 2002 and other core legislation and guidance [the following list is not exhaustive]: Working Together to Safeguard Children (2015); Keeping Children Safe in Education (2016); Teacher Standards (2012); What to do if you're worried a child is being abused (2015); Information Sharing advice for practitioners (2015); Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006 (2015); Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015 (inc. the 'Prevent Duty'); Serious Crime Act (2015); Education (Independent Academy Standards) Regulations (2014). Safeguarding Roles and Responsibilities School staff have no investigative role where child protection is concerned; this is a matter for police and children's social care. However, schools do have a responsibility to provide a safe environment in which children can learn and all staff,
Gail Swaine External, Prevent-related advice can be sought from: Kirklees Prevent Hub Phone 01924 483747 Lee Hamilton - Prevent Coordinator Phone 01484 221000 Mark Gilchrist - Prevent Engagement Manager Phone 01484 221000 Channel Referral Process: Daniel Dearnley - Channel Coordinator Phone 01484 221000 Information Technology and Online Safety Online safety is recognised as an essential part of our safeguarding work. Strategically, the Principal, with the support of governors, aims to embed online safety into the culture of the academy. The lead responsibility for online safety in our academy has been designated to a member of the senior management team. Kerry Williams Kendall (also Deputy DSL) All staff and volunteers are responsible for promoting and supporting safe behaviour in classrooms / around school and must adhere to AUPs and online safety policies and procedures. Central to this is the fostering of a ‘No Blame’ culture so that pupils feel able to report any bullying, abuse or inappropriate materials. All staff should be familiar with the school / Focus Trust's IT and Online Safety Policy which includes guidance on: Safe use of e-mail; Safe use of Internet including use of-based communication; services, such as instant messaging and social network; Safe use of school network, equipment and data; Safe use of digital images and digital technologies, such as mobile phones and digital cameras; Publication of pupil information/photographs and use of website; Online Bullying; and their role in providing online safety education for pupils; We adopt a whole school approach to online safety and, in so doing, recognise the need to link technology, people, processes and procedures. We also understand
Academy Back-up / Deputy DSL Kerry Williams-Kendall Academy Chair of Governors Claire Livingstone Academy Link [SG] Governor Claire Livingstone Focus Trust Chief Executive Helen Rowland 01457 821 813 HR / Working with Schools 0161 707 1520 Children's Social Care Referrals Children's Social Care Out of Hours / Emergency Duty Team During office hours - Call the Duty and Advice team on (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm). Out of office hours - If the issue can't wait until the next working day please contact the Children's Emergency Duty Team on and provide them with as much information as possible. Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) Ann Crossley Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) Telephone: 01484 221000 Service Manager: Shazina Haider Telephone: 01484 225850 All enquiries and referrals are to be sent to: kirklees.lado@kirklees.gcsx.gov.uk Children Missing Education Contact (LA) Contact: 01484 221919 Child Sexual Exploitation Team Private Fostering Contact (LA) Recording Action Taken, Feedback and Follow-up All concerns, discussions and decisions made and the reasons for those decisions
body, the body concerned has appropriate safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures in place, its staff are trained to and checked at the appropriate level(s); At least annually, there is review of policies and procedures/safeguarding arrangements and this is presented to and formally discussed by the whole Governing Body; Where there is a safeguarding concern, ensure the child’s wishes and feelings are taken into account when determining what action to take and what services to provide. Systems should be in place for children to express their views and give feedback. (Ultimately any systems and processes should operate with the best interests of the child at their heart); Without delay, any deficiencies or weaknesses regarding safeguarding and / or child protection arrangements are remedied. Appendix 5: Sexting Risk Assessment Tool Indicator of risk or harm Factors to be considered Concern Yes/No Comments The age of the child Sexual activity at a young age is a very strong indicator that there are risks to the welfare of children, whether boy or girl, and possibly others. This is particularly relevant if one of the parties is Children under 13 cannot lawfully give consent to sexual activity and there is a presumption that they will be referred to children’s social care. The level of maturity and understanding of the child Is the child/young person competent to consent to the sexual activity? Is there a relationship of trust? A legal definition is provided at s27 Sexual Offences Act 2003. The child’s living circumstances or background Has a child in need [s17] or referral of child protection concern [s47] ever been made on any party? Do cultural or religious beliefs have an impact on their circumstances and/or sharing information?