Safeguarding

Introduction

Our school recognises our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of students. We will endeavor to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We will be alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and will follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice.

Our designated people for safeguarding pupils are:

• Ms E Payne (Designated safeguarding lead)
• Mrs L Yendole (Deputy safeguarding lead) - Emotional Health
• Mr G West, Mrs Vickers and Mr Kalyan (Deputy safeguarding leads) - Key Stage 5 Responsibility
• Ms S Butters (Deputy safeguarding lead)
• Ms S Godfrey (Deputy safeguarding lead)
• Miss H Jenkins and Ms L Thomas  - SEND Safeguarding Team

If you have a concern about the safety of a child in Wheatley Park School, please contact any of the staff members above using [email protected].

We help to keep students safe by:

• having an up-to-date Child Protection Policy
• having other safeguarding policies, such as anti-bullying and internet safety
• checking the suitability of all our staff to work with children
• encouraging students to tell us if something is wrong
• adhering to health and safety regulations
• training all our staff to recognise and respond to child welfare concerns
• appointing designated people who has additional training in child protection
• working in partnership with parents and carers
• sharing information with appropriate agencies if we have concerns
• managing and supporting our staff team

IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OR WELFARE OF YOUR CHILD, OR A CHILD YOU KNOW, YOU SHOULD ACT WITHOUT DELAY.

Contact a member of the Safeguarding Team or you can contact the MASH (Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub) on 0345 050 7666, or the police on 101/999.

Below are links to organisations which provide excellent support and advice for young people: 

Keeping Children Safe in EducationMASH information for parentsEarly Help Guide for FamiliesOCC Family Help ServiceOCC Strengthening Family Relationships ServicesCAMHSSexual Violence / Sexual Harm Statement