Bramfield C of E School

At our Association child protection is given the highest priority by all staff and governors. We recognise that it is everyone’s responsibility to keep children safe. We therefore ensure that the following is in place:

· Training- all staff receive appropriate Safeguarding training which is regularly updated

· Ensuring a safe learning environment

· Knowing the signs of abuse and what to look for

· Making referrals to Customer First

· Identifying children in need of extra help or at risk of significant harm

· Being aware of the schools’ safeguarding procedures

The Designated Safeguarding Lead is Miss Linda Ashford

If they are not available then the DSL Alternatives are : Mrs Vicky Allen and Mr John Chipperfield

The Online Safety Leads is: Mrs Alison Thomas

The Prevent Lead is: Mrs Vicky Allen

The Teacher responsible for Looked after children is: Mrs Hannah Blowers

The Named Safeguarding Govenors are: Rev. Mark Bee and Mr Chris Burton

The Chair of Governors is Mrs Cathryn Benefer

The Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) for this locality can be contacted on: 01502 674612

The school has a Senior Designated Professional, Miss Ashford, to whom all Child Protection issues are referred. We take our responsibility for the care and safety of the children in Bramfield very seriously and will report any concerns to the appropriate authority. There are strict protocols to be observed and staff and Governors regularly update their training. Every adult who comes in to school on a regular basis is asked to read and sign our Safeguarding policies and will be required to have had a DBS check.
The Headteacher or other senior members of staff are ALWAYS available to talk to concerned parents.