We provide a full range of legal support for schools carrying out their responsibilities for ensuring a safe environment for children in accordance with the consolidated statutory guidance "Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education" DfES/04217-2006.
We provide:
- Template Child Protection Policy which can be tailored to the individual school
- Guidelines for Designated Officers which summarise relevant legislation, guidance and case law
- Template Code of Conduct for Staff. This helps to establish a clear culture of zero tolerance for unacceptable behaviour, protecting both children and staff
- "What To Do If You Have a Worry or Complaint" - a short leaflet for pupils to help them raise concerns.
In liaison with our Schools Employment Team, we have conducted and advised on a number of internal reviews following a serious incident or tragedy. We regularly advise on allegations against staff (teachers and others). This can involve:
- Helping with investigations
- Liaison with Social Services
- Management of media interest.
Safer recruitment
Safer recruitment of staff and volunteers is an essential part of safeguarding responsibilities for all schools. We provide a specialist training programme covering all aspects of the DfES guidance Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education. We also provide a Safer Recruitment Pack which means that schools can put the Guidance into practice straightaway. Find out more...
Please contact us for further details of our policies, guidelines and training.
