Safeguarding
SAFEGUARDING YOUR CHILD AT
HERON WAY PRIMARY SCHOOL
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"Whether a child tells you they are being abused or you have concerns based on other signs, such as their behaviour, it’s important to act on your concerns. Trust your judgement and don’t wait until you’re certain."
Safeguarding Statement:
Heron Way Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We listen to our children and take seriously what they tell us. All school staff are trained in Child Protection, and children are made aware of the adults they can talk to if they have any concerns. Staff are trained to look out for signs of physical/emotional harm or neglect and are required to report these to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Child Protection Policy which can be viewed below
Sometimes we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child's welfare. We will ensure that our concerns about our pupils are discussed with his/her parents/carers first unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child's welfare.
We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism. All staff undergo regular Child Protection training.
Staff with Specific Responsibilities:
Charlie Moseley
Designated Safeguarding Lead 1
Family Liaison Lead
PREVENT Trained
Vulnerable Pupil Team
Safer Recruitment Trained
Charlotte Head
Assistant Head Teacher
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
SENCo
Safer Recruitment Trained
PREVENT Trained
Vulnerable Pupil Team
James Crump
Head Teacher
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Safer Recruitment Trained
PREVENT Trained
Caroline Imrie
Attendance
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
PREVENT Trained
Vulnerable Pupil Team
Charlie Moseley, Charlotte Head, Sarah Crump and Caroline Imrie
The Vulnerable Pupil Team
Safeguarding Trained
Attendance officers
Managing visitors and contractors onsite
Manages colour coded lanyard system for visitors
Screens messages regarding attendance and children’s welfare
EVC Co-ordinator
Kate Waghorn (Governor)
Designated Governor for safeguarding
Tina Donovan (School Business Manager)
Safeguarding Trained
Maintains and updates the SCR
Claire Minto
CEOP Ambassador (How children and young people use the internet, social media and online technologies)
E-Safety and Acceptable Use Advisor
REFER - CONSULT - ADVICE
If you are worried about a child please seek advice from the buttons opposite or contact the school. We will be able to support you through your concerns and explain the referral process.
The West Sussex Integrated Front Door can be contacted using:
01403 229 900