Safeguarding

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, of children and young people;
Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs, and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share this commitment.

It is important that you share your concerns with the Designated (DSL) or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
The school office will make arrangements for you to speak to them directly.

If the issue is urgent and school is closed, please contact The Essex Children and Families Hub -
Phone: 0345 6061212 / Email: Emergency.DutyTeamOutOfHours@essex.gov.uk

In any situation, if you believe any child is in imminent danger or at risk of immediate harm, please contact the Police by dialling 999

If you are concerned about the conduct of a member of staff, you must report this to the Headteacher.
If your concern is about the Headteacher, you must report this to the Trust CEO, Mr Mark Farmer.

We take safeguarding very seriously in our school.
Everyone in school has a role to play in keeping children safe, although there are key people with specific responsibilities

Mrs Cheryl Noble - Headteacher / Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs Emma Daniels - Assistant Headteacher / SENDCo / Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs Charlotte Fuller - EYFS Lead / Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs Jodie Cullum - Office Manager / Deputy Safeguarding Lead
Mrs Sarah McKelvie - Safeguarding Governor
Mrs Helen Russell - Bridge Academy Trust Safeguarding Lead
Mr Mark Farmer - Bridge Academy Trust CEO

Bridge Academy Trust