Safeguarding Policy

 

The purpose of this policy statement is:

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• To protect children and young people who receive Inspired by English tuition services from harm of any description.

• To outline my beliefs regarding safeguarding.

• To outline my responsibilities regarding safeguarding.

• To outline the response that I will make in response to any safeguarding concerns. 

• To declare my safeguarding credentials.

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This policy has been drawn up based on legislation, policy and guidance that seeks to protect children in England. A summary of the key legislation and guidance is available from nspcc.org.uk/childprotection. This safeguarding policy is based upon the model safeguarding policy proposed by the NSPCC.

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I believe that: 

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• Children and young people should never experience abuse of any kind.

• I have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people, to keep them safe and to practise in a way that protects them.

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I recognise that:  

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• The welfare of children is paramount in all the work I do and in all the decisions I take.

• Working in partnership with children, young people, their parents, carers and other agencies is essential in promoting young people’s welfare.

• All children, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation have an equal right to protection from all types of harm or abuse.

• Some children are additionally vulnerable because of the impact of previous experiences, their level of dependency, communication needs or other issues.

• Extra safeguards may be needed to keep children who are additionally vulnerable safe from abuse

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Responsibilities 

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I have responsibility for the safety and well-being of my students, and will ensure that:

• I possess a current enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate that is registered on the update system.

• I undertake appropriate safeguarding training at appropriate intervals.

• I keep up-to-date with any new information regarding safeguarding and child protection and updating this policy so that it accords with any relevant changes.

• I report safeguarding concerns correctly and follow the correct procedures when contacting relevant bodies.

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Reporting Safeguarding Concerns 

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If a child/young person discloses to me that they are being abused, or if I have safeguarding concerns with regards to a child/young person who is being tutored; I will:

• Confirm that I have heard what the child/young person has said and that I will take the allegations seriously.

• Encourage the child/young person to talk, without prompting, asking leading questions, or interruption. 

• Reassure the child/young person that they can disclose anything that is worrying them, but that I cannot promise not to tell other parties to ensure their safety.

• Explain the actions I must take as a consequence of their disclosure, in a way that is appropriate to the age and understanding of the child/young person.

• Record (write down) what I have been told, as soon as I can, using exact words where possible. 

• Record (write down) and make a note of the date, time, place and people who were present during the disclosure.

• Ensure I have made a safeguarding referral regarding this child/young person as soon as possible. This referral could be to the relevant local authority, the police, the NSPCC, or to another appropriate body.

• If I am concerned that the child is in immediate danger I will call the police.

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My Safeguarding Credentials 

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• Enhanced DBS that is registered on the update service.

• Qualified Tutor Safeguarding Training (November 2023)

• Certified Member of Qualified Tutor.