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Ivybridge Community College is committed to the safeguarding of all its students, staff
and visitors. Safeguarding is a priority with arrangements in place to ensure everyone’s
safety on College premises and during off-site activities.

The College ensures that safeguarding legislation and guidance are adhered to and
taken into account when developing and revisiting policies and procedures.

We provide a safe physical environment for our students and staff, ensuring that the
campus and premises are of a good standard.

Our College's commitment to safeguarding is paramount to the success of all students.
If you have concerns you must contact the Safeguarding Team
• Keep a record of your concern, sign and date it
• If you are uncertain whether to ‘bother’ someone - pass the information on to a
Safeguarding Lead, who will be wearing a Yellow Lanyard
• Follow up and ensure your concern has been actioned
Rachel Hutchinson, Principal
Matt Anniss, Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) ext 1238
Sharon Hughes, Deputy DSL (Student Welfare) ext 1318
Nikki Halloren, Deputy DSL (Attendance) ext 1431

Jenny Hill, Welfare Officer ext 1314
Amy Pearce, Assistant Principal (Safeguarding Compliance and Attendance) ext 1212
Claire Warne, Assistant Principal and Designated Teacher ext 1218
Vicky Thornton, Assistant Principal and Safeguarding Officer ext 1203
Charlotte Hanton, Assistant Principal (Year 6 - 7 Transition) ext 1208
Dave Leonard, Safeguarding Officer (College Buses) ext 1425
Simon Whitehorn, Safeguarding Officer (Health and Safety and College Events) ext 1427
What may raise your level of concern

• Marks on the child’s body
• Changed behaviours, emotions, unusual amounts of money or presents, or carrying
more than one mobile phone
• Comments made by the child - disclosure or descriptive remarks

However, there may be non-abusive reasons for these.