Safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. If you have a concern about a child talk to one of these people below, now. If the child is in immediate danger, ring the Police (999) now.

Our DSLs are:

Nathan Golbey: Headteacher Sam Bacon: Inclusion Leader Kelly Roberts: Office Manager

If you are concerned about a child:

You might become concerned because:

You see an injury that cannot be explained
A child may want to tell you about what is happening to him / her
Another person may express concern for a child’s well being
You may notice significant changes in the way a child behaves in school

What to do:

If you think a child is in danger of immediate, significant harm - ring the POLICE (999) now!

Listen non judgmentally to a child disclosure
Ask open questions to clarify but not to investigate
Do not promise confidentiality, explain you may need to talk to someone else
Reassure the child but avoid physical contact
Let the Designated Safeguarding Lead DSL (Mr Golbey) or his deputies know (Mr Bacon or Mrs Roberts)
If these people aren't available ring the NSPCC, West Sussex I.F.D. (numbers below)
Don’t investigate. Listen to the child and then record in writing
Avoid judgements or opinions
If in doubt ask for advice and report things immediately

USEFUL NUMBERS

NSPCC HELPLINE: 0808 800 5000

Childline: 0800 1111

West Sussex Social Services Referrals I.F.D: 01403 229900

St. Andrew's Primary: 01403 891286