Page 2 - Safeguarding booklet revised Sept 19 web

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 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. Safeguarding
is everyone’s responsibility.

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
• Follow up and ensure your concern has been actioned

Rachel Hutchinson, Principal

Gill Taylor, Designated Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Principal ext 1205
Sharon Hughes, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Student Welfare) ext 1318

Penny Beck, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Attendance) ext 1431

Sally Banfield, Director of SEND and Inclusion. Designated Teacher for Children in Care ext 1463

Dave Clift, Associate Leader - PACE ext 1202

Simon Whitehorn, Safeguarding Officer and Performing Arts Manager ext 1427
Dave Leonard, Safeguarding Officer and P.E. Teacher ext 1425

What may raise your level of concern

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