Page 2 - safeguarding leaflet revised May

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.
The College provides a safe physical environment for its students and staff, ensuring that
the campus and premises are of a good standard.
The College's commitment to safeguarding is paramount to the success all students.

If you have concerns . . . you must do something about it

Do not assume someone else will take action . . . if you have a concern

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

Sam Ball, Designated Safeguarding Lead and Assistant Principal ext 1214

If Sam Ball is not available please contact one of the following Safeguarding Team

Sharon Hughes, Student Welfare Officer ext 1318
Gill Taylor, Deputy Principal ext 1205
ext 1320
Debbie Smith, Director of Human Resources ext 1319
Clare Barnes, Attendance Officer and Student Welfare Advisor

Dave Leonard, Teacher of P.E. ext 1412
Simon Whitehorn, Performing Arts Resources Manager ext 1427

What may raise your level of concern

• Marks on the child’s body
• Changed behaviours
• Comments made by the child - disclosure or descriptive remarks
However, there may be non-abusive reasons for these.