Schools play an essential role in protecting children from abuse. Staff have close, regular contact with children and young people. They're in a strong position to:

• • identify child protection concerns early
  • provide help and support
  • help children understand how to stay safe from abuse
  • refer a child to relevant agencies

Safeguarding responsibilities

Schools have a statutory duty to protect children in their care. They must have:

• • a child protection policy
  • child protection procedures
  • a designated lead for child protection - both on the board of trustees and in the senior management team
  • safe recruitment processes

The school environment must be a safe place for children. And schools must ensure that adults who work in the school, including volunteers, don't pose a risk to children.

Staff should receive training in how to identify and respond to child protection concerns.

The Designated lead for Safeguarding at Goldenhill Primary Academy is: Mr. Steven Martin (Head Teacher)

The Deputy Designated leads for Safeguarding at Goldenhill Primary Academy is: Mrs. Claire Meadowcroft (Extended Services Manager), Mr. Andrew Bagley (Assistant Head Teacher), Mrs. Sara Cookson (Early Years Leader).

The link governor for Safeguarding at Goldenhill Primary Academy is: Mr. Angela Bradshaw (Chair of governors)

NSPCC helpline:

0808 800 5000

help@nspcc.org.uk

nspcc.org.uk/helpline