Safeguarding
We all have a duty of care towards the children and young people at Fir Tree. If at any time you have a concern about a child or young person, particularly if you think they may be at risk of abuse or neglect, it is your responsibility to share that concern about the safety or wellbeing of a child -please speak to a member of the Safeguarding Team.
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Lindsay Wood, Associate Headteacher, tel. 01635 42149 headteacher@firtree.newburyacademytrust.org
Deputy Safeguarding Leads
Natasha Purcell - Deputy Headteacher , tel. 01635 42149 npurcell@firtree.newburyacademytrust.org
Michelle Pearse- SENDCo, tel. 01635 42149 mpearse@firtree.newburyacademytrust.org
Safeguarding Governor
Mr William Johnson
Trinity School
Love Lane
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 2DU
Tel: 01635 510500
This is not an exhaustive list but you may have become concerned as a result of:
- Observing a physical injury, which you think may have been non-accidental.
- Observing something in the appearance of a child or young person which suggests they are not being sufficiently well cared for.
- Observing behaviour that leads you to be concerned about a child or young person.
- A child or young person telling you that they have been subjected to some form of abuse.
The school has a policy on safeguarding children and young people which you can find, together with the local procedures to be followed by staff, in the school office and via the school website under policies.
If you have concerns regarding the actions of a member of staff you should:
- Share your concern with the Associate Headteacher, Lindsay Wood or Deputy Headteacher, Natasha Purcell
If you have a concern about the Associate Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher you should share your concern with the Chair of Governors.
Useful Links
There are organisations you can contact for support
Childline
Free telephone number: 0800 1111
Or E mail via the website
Childline.org.uk
Calling the number above will connect you to a one to one counsellor, who you can talk to about your worries.
Young Minds
Youngminds.org.uk
If you need support in a crisis or just need to talk to someone Young Minds are there to offer support.
Parents Helpline 0808 802 5544
More online mental health support
Parentzone
This very useful site with advice on online apps like House Party and such topics as "Helping teenagers cope with lockdown".
More Here...
NSPCC
UK Safer Internet Centre Hotline
Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre
For parents and children worried about the way someone has been communicating with you online?
More here...
Samaritans
Free telephone number: 116 123
Or
Visit the website www.samaritans.org
The Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk anytime you like in your own way.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
0808 2000 247
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Information for Parents about Vaping Dangers
E-Safety
Group Chat Parent Guide
Report Harmful Content
Report Harmful Content →
A new site, 'Reporting harmful online content' is provided by UK Safer Internet Centre and operated by SWGfL(South West Grid for Learning)
NSPCC
NSPCC →
This well known child protection charity has teamed up with O2 to bring you useful information and advice. You can also call 0808 800 5002.
Net Aware
Net Aware →
The NSPCC's information about social networks. This gives you detailed information on various social networks, age limits for use (most have a 13+ minimum age) and the likelihood of finding various categories of unsuitable content.
Thinkuknow
ThinkUknow.co.uk →
A site created by CEOP the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre.
It includes a very helpful video guide for parents and carers.
Safer Internet Centre
Safer Internet Centre →
Information for parents about online safety.
Parent Guides
E-Safety Guide
Setting up Apps, Games & Software Guide for Parents and Carers
Social Media & Mental Health Guide for Parents and Carers
Family Gaming Database - Guides, Ratings and Suggestions
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