Safeguarding for Students
- I need help now
- If you feel unsafe, overwhelmed or like something is wrong, you are not alone. There are people who want to help you.
- Who can I talk to in school?
- You can always talk to trusted adults in school. They are here to listen, help and keep you safe.
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Miss T Boyce
- Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Ms S McIntosh
- Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mr R Hanson
- Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mr J Butcher
- Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mr D Clayton
Feeling stressed, anxious or low
- Lots of young people struggle with stress, anxiety or low mood at times. Support is available and things can get better.https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/mental-health-conditions/anxiety/
- Self-harm or suicidal thoughts
- If you are hurting yourself or thinking about suicide, you deserve support and someone to listen to you.https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/your-feelings/self-harm/
- Friendship problems or bullying
- Friendship problems and bullying can feel really upsetting and isolating. You don’t have to deal with it alone.https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/types-bullying/bullying-cyberbullying/
- Staying safe online
- Being online is a big part of life. It’s important to know how to stay safe and what to do if something worries you.https://saferinternet.org.uk/guide-and-resource/young-people/resources-for-11-19s
- Pressure to send images or messages
- If someone is pressuring you to send photos, videos or messages you are not comfortable with, that is not okay.https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/sexting/
- Relationships and respect
- Healthy relationships should make you feel safe, respected and valued. If something feels wrong, it’s okay to ask for help.https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/blog/tips-for-dating-and-building-healthy-relationships/