Working Together to Safeguard Children (DfE, 2015) Support for Children and Families in Essex’ (ESCB, 2017) ‘Effective PREVENT Duty - Counter-Terrorism and Security Act (HMG, 2015) When new staff, volunteers or regular visitors join our school they are informed of the safeguarding arrangements in place, the name of the designated safeguarding lead (and deputy) and how to share concerns with them. Any member of staff, volunteer or visitor to the school who receives a disclosure or allegation of abuse, or suspects that abuse may have occurred must report it immediately to the designated safeguarding lead (or, in their absence, the deputy designated safeguarding lead). The designated safeguarding lead or the deputy will immediately refer cases of suspected abuse or allegations to the Children and Families Operations Hub by telephone (Appendix A) and in accordance with the procedures outlined in the SET procedures (ESCB, 2017) and in ‘Effective Support for Children and Families in Essex’ (ESCB, 2017). The telephone referral to the Family Operations Hub will be confirmed in writing within 48 with the . Essential information will include the pupil’s name, address, date of birth, family composition, the reason for the referral, whether the child’s parents are aware of the referral plus any other relevant information or advice given. Wherever possible, the school will share any safeguarding concerns, or an intention to refer a child to Children’s Social Care, with parents or carers. However, we will not do so where it is felt that to do so could place the child at greater risk of harm or impede a criminal investigation. On occasions, it may be necessary to seek advice from the Children and Families Hub and / or Essex Police in making decisions about when it is appropriate to share information with parents / carers. If a member of staff continues to have concerns about a child and feels the situation is not being addressed or does not appear to be improving, the staff member concerned should press for of the case with the designated safeguarding lead. Safeguarding contact details are displayed in the school to ensure that all staff members have unfettered access to safeguarding support. 6. Training The designated safeguarding lead (and deputy) undertake Level 3 child protection training at least every two years. The Headteacher, all staff members and governors receive appropriate child protection training which is regularly updated and in line with advice from the Essex Safeguarding
Working Together to Safeguard Children (DfE, 2015) ‘Effective Support for Children and Families in Essex’ (ESCB, 2017) PREVENT Duty - Counter-Terrorism and Security Act (HMG, 2015) When new staff, volunteers or regular visitors join our school they are informed of the safeguarding arrangements in place, the name of the designated safeguarding lead (and deputy) and how to share concerns with them. Any member of staff, volunteer or visitor to the school who receives a disclosure or allegation of abuse, or suspects that abuse may have occurred must report it immediately to the designated safeguarding lead (or, in their absence, the deputy designated safeguarding lead). The designated safeguarding lead or the deputy will immediately refer cases of suspected abuse or allegations to the Children and Families Operations Hub by telephone (Appendix A) and in accordance with the procedures outlined in the SET procedures (ESCB, 2017) and in ‘Effective Support for Children and Families in Essex’ (ESCB, 2017). The telephone referral to the Family Operations Hub will be confirmed in writing within 48 with the . Essential information will include the pupil’s name, address, date of birth, family composition, the reason for the referral, whether the child’s parents are aware of the referral plus any other relevant information or advice given. Wherever possible, the school will share any safeguarding concerns, or an intention to refer a child to Children’s Social Care, with parents or carers. However, we will not do so where it is felt that to do so could place the child at greater risk of harm or impede a criminal investigation. On occasions, it may be necessary to seek advice from the Children and Families Hub and / or Essex Police in making decisions about when it is appropriate to share information with parents / carers. If a member of staff continues to have concerns about a child and feels the situation is not being addressed or does not appear to be improving, the staff member concerned should press for of the case with the designated safeguarding lead. Safeguarding contact details are displayed in the school to ensure that all staff members have unfettered access to safeguarding support. 6. Training The designated safeguarding lead (and deputy) undertake Level 3 child protection training at least every two years. The Headteacher, all staff members and governors receive appropriate child protection training which is regularly updated and in line with advice from the Essex Safeguarding