Safeguarding

Schools play an essential role in protecting children from abuse. Staff have close, regular contact with children and young people. They're in a strong position to:

• identify child protection concerns early
• provide help and support
• help children understand how to stay safe from abuse
• refer a child to relevant agencies

Safeguarding responsibilities

Schools have a statutory duty to protect children in their care. They must have:

• a child protection policy
• child protection procedures
• a designated lead for child protection - both on the board of trustees and in the senior management team
• safe recruitment processes

The school environment must be a safe place for children. And schools must ensure that adults who work in the school, including volunteers, don't pose a risk to children.

Staff should receive training in how to identify and respond to child protection concerns.

The Designated lead for Safeguarding at Ellison Primary Academy is: Mrs. Lorna Pateman (Headteacher)

The Deputy Designated leads for Safeguarding at Ellison Primary Academy are: Mrs. Angela Prince (Home School Links Worker), Mr. Ian Sterio (Assistant Headteacher), and Mrs. Jill Dawson (Assistant Headteacher).

The link governor for Safeguarding at Goldenhill Primary Academy is: Mrs. Angela James (Chair of Governors)