Posted on 3 Dec 2024
Aspirations Fair
Posted on 3 Dec 2024
Aspirations Fair
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Safeguarding Contacts
Our school community has a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. This means that we have a Safeguarding Policy and have procedures in place to ensure that Child Protection issues are dealt with efficiently and appropriately. All staff, including our support staff, are aware of our procedures and parents and carers are welcome to read our school Safeguarding policy. Sometimes we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child’s welfare.
We will always ensure that our concerns about our students are discussed with their parents/carers first, unless there is reason to believe that this is not in the child’s best interests. If you have any concerns for a child or vulnerable adult then speak to one of the following who have been approved as safeguarding officers.
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Designated Safeguarding LeadMrs Laura McTeare, Deputy Headteacher |
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Deputy Designated Safeguarding OfficerMr Eugene Clemence, Senior Lead Inclusion and Community |
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Deputy Designated Safeguarding OfficerMr Mike McGovern, Mental Health Lead Practitioner |
Safeguarding Officers
Mr D Bartlett, Assistant Headteacher
Miss K Skilbeck, SENDCO
Mr B Tame, Pastoral Lead
Mr R Exelby, Pastoral Lead
Mrs L Rogers, Pastoral Lead
Miss D Goodman, Pastoral Lead
Mrs L Collins, Pastoral Lead
Mr M Anderson, Pastoral Lead
Mr W Davey, Pastoral Lead
Mrs D Nicholas, REDS Manager
Mrs C Clarke, Student Welfare Lead
Mrs J Toy, Pastoral Administrator
Staff, students and parents are to make contact with a Designated Safeguarding Lead if there is any concern with regard to the safeguarding of children at Redruth School.
The Pastoral Team supports our students with meeting their social, emotional and welfare needs.
Useful Links
If you have concerns either for yourself or someone else, and would like to get in touch with someone confidentially at the school, please use the Whisper link below:
If you are worried about online sexual abuse or the way 
someone has been communicating with you please click the CEOP logo.
Child Protection and Safeguarding Child on Child Abuse
How can I keep my child safe? CIoS online guide for parents and carers
Parental Support
Online Safety
There is plenty of guidance available for students and parents on how to be safe online. Our staff members are always available to give advice on any concerns you may have. Further information, including guides to apps can be found here:
Useful links on this topic:
UK Safer Internet Centre - Resources for 11-19
Internet Matters – Interactive video
NSPCC – Online safety
Child Sexual Exploitation
Child Sexual Exploitation can happen anywhere, including Cornwall.
Child Sexual Exploitation is child abuse involving children and young people receiving something, such as attention, affection, gifts, alcohol, drugs or accommodation in exchange for something the perpetrator wants. It can affect any child or young person under the age of 18. It is everyone’s responsibility to look for potential indicators of exploitation and practitioners need to know where to get help for victims.
Useful links on this topic:
Devon and Cornwall Police 101 link
Say Something - Child Sexual Exploitation Free 24/7 Helpline: 116 000
Safechildren CIOS – Contacts and Guides
Child Sexual Exploitation - Myths Vs Reality
Sexting
Cases of Sexting show how impulsive children can be when using mobile phones.
In response, a new app SelfieCop teaches children to Stop-&-Think before taking or sharing photos. It works in 2 ways: (www.selfiecop.com)
- Everytime the camera is activated a message appears to remind children that their photos could (ultimately) be seen by anyone.
- SelfieCop can also send parents a copy of photos taken by the camera, so they can be reviewed for safety (until their children are older).
By deterring Sexting the app also helps to:
- Reduce cyberbullying.
- Restore discipline in the classroom.
- Prevent the criminalisation of children.
"SelfieCop is a useful tool that can help parents safeguard their children's online activities." ISPCC
Website: www.selfiecop.com
Useful links on this topic:
NSPCC – Advice for Parents
NSPCC – Advice for Professionals
Mental Health
Good mental health is essential for the well-being of all learners.
Useful links on this topic:
Young Minds – Advice for Students
Minded – An Educational Resource
Happy Maps - Advice and Guidance for Parents
Bereavement
We have a staff members trained in Bereavement Councilling. Students are informed that they can receive the help they need from our dedicated Welfare team.
Useful links on this topic:
Child Bereavement UK – a guide for teenagers
Child Bereavement UK – a guide for schools
Extremism & Radicalisation
There is no single route to radicalisation. However, there are some behavioural traits that could indicate a child has been exposed to radicalising influences. It is important for everyone to educate themselves on the signs and a guide to picking up on behaviours.
Useful links on this topic:
Educate Against Hate – Practical advice for teachers, parents and school leaders
Self Harm
Self-harm is when someone intends to hurt themselves or chooses to inflict pain on themselves in some way. There are plenty on online resources and agencies that can provide support to young persons in these situations.
If you suspect a student is self-harming it is important to report it to one of our Designated Safeguarding Leads.
Useful links on this topic:
Cornwall Healthy Schools – Resources and Guides
Savvy – Self-Harm Information for Parents
Beacon House – Self-Harm Article
FGM
FGM (Female Genital Mutilation) can be a form of child abuse. It is illegal to practise FGM in the UK or to take girls out of the UK for FGM.
Useful links on this topic:
NSPCC – Helpline and Information
