Ringstead Church of England Primary School

Safeguarding

The governors and staff at Ringstead Church of England Primary School fully recognise the contribution that they make to safeguarding children. We recognise that all staff and volunteers have a full and active part to play in protecting our pupils from harm. Our school procedures for safeguarding children are in line with Northamptonshire Safeguarding Children Board (NSCB).

We want to work collaboratively with families to ensure the best possible care for your child/children. If situations arise that cause us concern, we will refer to the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.

Our prime concern is always the well-being of our children and, if we act, it is to protect the individual. Every school is required to have a Designated Safeguarding Lead and at Ringstead Church of England Primary School this is currently. The Designated Safeguarding Lead is Mrs Helen Roberts (Head Teacher) and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads are Mrs Janet Hickey (Family Support Worker and SENCo) and Mr Aaron McKenzie-Smith (Year 5/6 Class Teacher). The governor with responsibility for safeguarding is Mr Paul Adams (Chair of the academy Governance Committee).

Any child in need, or at risk of significant harm will be reported to Mrs Roberts in the first instance and she will contact the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub if appropriate.

In the event of the absence of Mrs Roberts, any child in need will be referred to Mrs Janet Hickey who can be contacted via the school telephone number 01933 622734.

You will always be informed if the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub has been contacted unless by doing so, it is considered to be placing your child at risk.

For further information, please see a full copy of our Safeguarding Policy- see link below - or on our policies page or alternatively contact the school office for a hard copy.

Acceptable User Policy

Safeguarding Policy 2022 - 2023

Safeguarding Concerns and Allegations regarding Staff Policy 2022 - 2023

Safeguarding Policy Appendices 2022 - 2023

Covid 19 safeguarding addendum

Job description for DSL

Job description for DDSL

NSPCC Safeguarding Helpline

Northamptonshire Local Safeguarding Children's Board

Keeping Children Safe in Education

Monthly online safety newsletters- e mailed out to parents and carers

Online Safety Newsletter November 2019