Safeguarding
"We're Here For You"
Safeguarding Ethos
Safeguarding is the ethos that is evident throughout the school and applies to all pupils and staff. With our effective Safeguarding procedures in place, pupil welfare is promoted (through our notices, Assemblies and preventative curriculum for example), pupil harm is prevented (through risk assessments and positive behaviour management for example) and specific child protection measures are taken as required.
The Designated Teacher and Deputy Designated Teachers and the Designated Governor, along with essential safeguarding information, are publicised throughout the school on our infographic, as is our message to pupils that "We're Here For You".
All staff participate in Safeguarding and Child Protection Training on an annual basis, and key staff have additional training provided by the Education Authority.
"Pupils are advised of our Safeguarding procedures at a dedicated Assembly and are reminded of the many ways in which their safety and security is managed at all levels."
Our pupils spend a lot of their time in school, and our message to them is that if they are carrying worries or concerns it affects their ability to make the most of the opportunities that are available to them. We encourage all our pupils to ask for help when they need it, and we endeavour at all levels to keep them safe and secure.
Reporting Concerns
Procedures for parents and pupils
If a Parent Has a Concern
"I have a concern about my/a child's safety..."
- 1
Talk to Staff
Any Teacher, Form Tutor or Head of Year
- 2
Designated Teacher
If you are still concerned, talk to the Designated Teacher for Child Protection
- 3
Principal
Or write to the Chairman of the Board of Governors
If a Pupil Has a Concern
"I am worried about something that is happening to me or to someone I know..."
- 1
Talk to Tutor
Talk to your Form Tutor or Year Head
- 2
Designated Teacher
Talk to one of the Designated Teachers for Child Protection
Mobile Devices
The use of DIGITAL DEVICES is encouraged for work in the classroom but should only be used for appropriate activities. Inappropriate use will result in a severe sanction.
Useful Contacts
Gateway Team (Western Trust)
028 7131 4090
Speak to a Social Worker at any time
PSNI Public Relations
0845 600 8000
NSPCC
0808 800 5000
Childline
0800 1111
Parenting NI
0808 801 0722
NI Public Services Ombudsman
0800 343 424
The Child Protection Policy is available via the Clerk to the Board of Governors