Safeguarding

Members of the community can call Somerset Direct on 0300 123 2224 if they believe a child is at risk of IMMEDIATE HARM.

Who do we tell if we are concerned about a child?

A Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is the first point of contact for anybody who has a concern about the safety and/or wellbeing of a child.

We have 1 DSL at Nunney First School and 2 Deputy DSLs.

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Beth Baxter

Teacher In Charge

Governor With Responsibility For Safeguarding

The Partnership Trust’s Safeguarding Statement

The Partnership Trust and all schools within it are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect everyone associated with the Trust to share this commitment.

Safeguarding is protecting children and vulnerable adults from the abuse and/or neglect that leads to significant harm. It relates to the actions taken to promote the welfare of children and young people.

To effectively fulfil this responsibility all employees and volunteers within the Trust ensure their approach is child-centred and consider at all times, what is in the best interests of the child or young person.

Proactive

Protecting

Everyone’s responsibility

Links To Safeguarding Policies And Documentation

Please see our policies page to view the below policies linked to safeguarding or request a paper copy via the school office.

1. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
2. Online Safety Policy
3. Keeping Children Safe in Education
4. Guidance on safer working practices for those working with children and young people in education settings
5. Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) – 
6. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Policy (The Partnership Trust)
7. Staff Code of Conduct 
8. Whistleblowing Policy 
9. Complaints Policy 

Online safety is also the responsibility of the safeguarding team.  For more information, please visit our Online Safety Page.

For immediate support, please view the information below from the NSPCC.