At St. John’s C of E (Aided) Primary we regard the safeguarding of children as our main priority. We all have a responsibility to make this happen.
We will ensure that:
- The welfare of the child remains paramount.
- All children whatever their age, culture, disability, gender, language, racial origin, religious beliefs and/or sexual identity have the right to be protected from harm.
- All suspicions and allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and
appropriately. - All staff and volunteers working at our school have a responsibility to report concerns to the designated leads for Safeguarding: Mrs Pallister, Mr Kay, Mrs Moan, Mrs Clark, Mrs Barker and Miss Bramley.
Areas of Safeguarding
Our safeguarding policies cover all areas of school life and include:
- Staff and Visitors – ensuring they are vetted, informed and trained.
- Children’s Behaviour – promoting safer and happier behaviours and lifestyles.
- Parents and Carers – promoting links and supporting families.
- Premises – keeping them safe, pleasant and fit for purpose.
- Curriculum – providing positive, life affirming learning experiences.
- Outside School – ensuring safer activities and environments outside school.
Members of Staff Responsible
We are all responsible for ensuring that each child remains safe, however the Designated Lead for Safeguarding is Mrs Pallister.
The Governors with responsibility for Safeguarding are Mr Andy Harris and Mr Scott Allen
Safer Recruitment
We follow strict procedures to ensure that everyone who works with our children is vetted, keeping our children as safe as possible. Ongoing checks and ‘whistle-blowing’ are in line with current policy.
Staff Training
- Staff are trained in child protection issues and they are aware of the procedures to follow.
- Staff are encouraged to be vigilant in order to maintain the safety of our children.
- All Staff and Volunteers are given a copy of ‘Behaviour Guidelines for Staff and Volunteers’ and are directed to the document ‘KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE IN EDUCATION ’.
- Regular updates on Safeguarding issues supplied by the Local Authority are presented at Staff Meetings and placed on staff noticeboards.
Child Protection with Safeguarding Policy
All staff have an up-to-date understanding of safeguarding children issues and are able to implement the safeguarding children policy and procedure appropriately. Policies are in line with current guidance and procedures.
Staff are able to respond appropriately to any:
- significant changes in children’s behaviour.
- deterioration in their general well-being.
- unexplained bruising, marks or signs of possible abuse.
- signs of neglect.
- comments children make which give cause for concern.
All staff are aware of the need to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
Please click on the link to view our Safeguarding Policy.
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