Safeguarding

We all have a statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

K​ey Staff Contacts

Staff and Trustees at The Bramble Academy are aware that many children are the victims of different kinds of abuse and neglect and that they can be subjected to social factors that have a negative impact upon their lives – including domestic violence, substance misuse, bullying, mental health and radicalisation. We also acknowledge that safeguarding incidents could happen anywhere and staff should be alert to possible concerns arising.

If you have any concerns about the health and safety of a child at this education setting or feel that something may be troubling them, you should share this information with the appropriate member of the safeguarding team straight away.

Some issues e.g. a child’s appearance, hygiene, general behaviour, can be shared with any teacher or member of staff within the school. Do not worry that you may be reporting small matters, we would rather you tell us things which turn out to be small, than miss a worrying situation. Here is some information on what to look out for.

However, if you think the matter is very serious and may be related to a child protection concern, e.g. physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect, you must talk to our Designated Safeguarding Officers by contacting the school office on 01623 635928.

Safeguarding and child protection in schools

Schools play an essential role in protecting children from abuse. They have regular contact with children and young people so are in a strong position to identify signs of abuse and neglect.

The Bramble Academy safeguard children by:

Creating safe environments for children and young people through robust safeguarding practices

• Ensuring that adults who work in the school, including volunteers, don't pose a risk to children
• Making sure staff are trained, know how to respond to concerns and keep-up-to-date with policy and practice
• Teaching children and young people about staying safe such as keeping safe online
• Maintaining an environment where children feel confident to approach any member of staff if they have a worry or problem.

C​hildren Missing Education (CME) Policy

G​AT Online Safety Policy

G​AT Sexual Abuse Statement

K​eeping Children Safe in Education 2023

Nottinghamshire Safeguarding Children Partnership

N​ottinghamshire Safeguarding Childrens Procedures

P​revent Duty Guidance

S​ite Specific Safeguarding Policy 2023-24

T​rust Safeguarding Policy Sept 2023

W​orking Together To Safeguard Children

Useful Links

• NSPCC - Safeguarding Children and child protection
• NSPCC – Child abuse and neglect
• NSPCC - Radicalisation
• NSPCC – Female Genital Mutilation
• NSPCC – Healthy and unhealthy relationships
• NSPCC - Grooming
• NSPCC – Early Help
• NSPCC – Child Protection system in the UK
• NSPCC – Photography and sharing images guidance
• NSPCC – Underwear rule
• NSPCC – Keeping children safe
• Nottinghamshire County Council
• NHS
• GOV.UK
• Women’s Aid
• NIDAS