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Westfield Nursery School
Westfield Road Dunstable Bedfordshire LU6 1DL Tel: 01582 608650 Email: office@westfieldnursery.co.uk Head Teacher - Mrs Elizabeth Collins |
SAFEGUARDING AND CHILD PROTECTION
At Westfield Nursery School we are committed to safeguarding all our stakeholders. The well-being of all children and adults (parents, carers, staff, students and visitors) is paramount. To this end we follow certain procedures. It is our duty of care to monitor and act on any disclosures. We work closely with outside agencies and all staff are DBS checked.
We ask all parents/ carers and visitors to the site report straight to the school office and respect our request not to use mobile phones on site.
We are here to help and support and can often signpost to helpful outside agencies. Please come and talk to us if you need to.
Designated Safeguarding Lead - Mrs Elizabeth Collins
Designated Safeguarding Team - Mrs Andrews, Mrs Begley, Miss Dhenin, Miss Heading, Miss Shaw
Lead Governor for Safeguarding - Miss Maxine Boyle
We ask all parents/ carers and visitors to the site report straight to the school office and respect our request not to use mobile phones on site.
We are here to help and support and can often signpost to helpful outside agencies. Please come and talk to us if you need to.
Designated Safeguarding Lead - Mrs Elizabeth Collins
Designated Safeguarding Team - Mrs Andrews, Mrs Begley, Miss Dhenin, Miss Heading, Miss Shaw
Lead Governor for Safeguarding - Miss Maxine Boyle
POLICY
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SIGNPOSTING
Pease see the link to our local Safeguarding children's board. Lots of information about Safeguarding can be found here.
https://centralbedfordshirelscb.org.uk/lscb-website/home-page
https://centralbedfordshirelscb.org.uk/lscb-website/home-page
Children's Services Access and Referral Team can be contacted on
TEL: 0300 300 8585
email: cs.accessandreferral@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
TEL: 0300 300 8585
email: cs.accessandreferral@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
The Parentline text messaging service is for all parents of children pre-birth to 19 years of age. It is a secure and confidential text service. It offers advice and support on a range of issues including mental health and well-being. TEXT 07507 331456
Childline is a free, confidential counselling service for anyone under 19:
Tel 0800 1111
website https://www.childline.org.uk/
Tel 0800 1111
website https://www.childline.org.uk/
DOMESTIC ABUSE
Domestic Abuse
The abuse can encompass, but is not limited to:
· psychological
· physical
· sexual
· financial
· emotional
SEEK HELP:
Bedfordshire Domestic Abuse Partnership (BDAP)
https://bedsdv.org.uk/
Refuge
For women and children against domestic violence
https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/
Domestic Violence helpline
Tel: 0808 2000 247
Safe Lives
Domestic Abuse support during the Covid-19 pandemic
https://safelives.org.uk/
Respect
Men’s advice line for male victims of Domestic Abuse
https://mensadviceline.org.uk/
Tel: 0808 8010327
Galop
National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
http://www.galop.org.uk/domesticabuse/
Tel: 0800 9995428
Please see the poster to access support for any domestic abuse incidents during lockdown.
The abuse can encompass, but is not limited to:
· psychological
· physical
· sexual
· financial
· emotional
SEEK HELP:
Bedfordshire Domestic Abuse Partnership (BDAP)
https://bedsdv.org.uk/
Refuge
For women and children against domestic violence
https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/
Domestic Violence helpline
Tel: 0808 2000 247
Safe Lives
Domestic Abuse support during the Covid-19 pandemic
https://safelives.org.uk/
Respect
Men’s advice line for male victims of Domestic Abuse
https://mensadviceline.org.uk/
Tel: 0808 8010327
Galop
National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
http://www.galop.org.uk/domesticabuse/
Tel: 0800 9995428
Please see the poster to access support for any domestic abuse incidents during lockdown.
| Domestic Abuse Poster |
Useful Apps
Use the Hollie Guard App. https://hollieguard.com/
In danger? With a simple shake or tap it activates Hollie Guard,
immediately notifying your chosen contacts, pinpointing your location
and sending audio and video evidence directly to their mobile phones.
Use the Bright Sky App. https://www.hestia.org/brightsky
The app includes questionnaires to assess the safety of a relationship, plus a section on dispelling myths around domestic and sexual abuse. The website is focused on how to spot the signs of domestic abuse, advice on how to support someone you have concerns for, and ways to find help.
Remember only use when safe to do so- in an emergency contact 999.
Use the Hollie Guard App. https://hollieguard.com/
In danger? With a simple shake or tap it activates Hollie Guard,
immediately notifying your chosen contacts, pinpointing your location
and sending audio and video evidence directly to their mobile phones.
Use the Bright Sky App. https://www.hestia.org/brightsky
The app includes questionnaires to assess the safety of a relationship, plus a section on dispelling myths around domestic and sexual abuse. The website is focused on how to spot the signs of domestic abuse, advice on how to support someone you have concerns for, and ways to find help.
Remember only use when safe to do so- in an emergency contact 999.
NSPCC
The NSPCC has a range of Safeguarding information. Click the link below to visit the NSPCC website and view the 'pantosaurus' song. A way of teaching young children the pants rule.
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| NSPCC Pants Guide for children with Learning Needs |
| Digital Safety During COVID 19 |
COVID-19 AND KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE
Please find further information at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-keeping-children-safe-from-abuse-and-harm/advice-to-parents-and-carers-on-keeping-children-safe-from-abuse-and-harm
PARENTING AND FAMILY SUPPORT
There is a parenting and family support website (formerly known as Parentline Plus). Find out more at
| CBC Advice signposting information |
| Bereavement |
The Parentline text messaging service is for all parents of children 0-19 years and is a secure and confidential text service. It offers advice and support on a range of issues including mental health & wellbeing. TEXT 07507 331456
KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE ONLINE
CRIME
Support for victims of crime within Bedfordshire: www.signpostforbedfordshire.com Tel. 0800 0282 887
