Safeguarding

Child protection statement

We recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued.

We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in this policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors.

Policy principles

• The welfare of the child is paramount
• All children, regardless of age, gender, ability, culture, race, language, religion or sexual identity, have equal rights to protection
• All staff have an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may suggest a child is at risk of harm
• Pupils and staff involved in child protection issues will receive appropriate support

Policy aims

• To provide all staff with the necessary information to enable them to meet their child protection responsibilities
• To ensure consistent good practice
• To demonstrate the school’s commitment with regard to child protection to pupils, parents and other partners

TCSF-Safeguarding-and-Child-Protection-Policy-2024-25.pdf

St Rumon's Child Protection and Safeguarding Team

Designated Safeguarding Lead:

Mr AJ Woodgates

01822612085 - St Rumon's

01822614640 - St Peter's

aj.woodgates@stcmat.org

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead:

Miss Eleanor Charlesworth 

01822612085

eleanor.charlesworth@stcmat.org

Other members of the team (all Level 3 trained):

Mrs Belinda Atkinson

01822614640

belinda.atkinson@stcmat.org

If you are concerned about a child or young person in Devon, please contact our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on 0345 155 1071 or email mashsecure@devon.gov.uk

If a child is at immediate risk contact the police on 999