AIM
T he aim of these procedures is to ensure that: Children and learners (including vulnerable adults), and colleagues are protected and supported following an allegation that there may have been abuse by an adult working for, or on behalf of, SCL. There is a fair, consistent, and robust response to any safeguarding allegation made, including those that are non-recent. An appropriate level of investigation into concerns or allegations, whether they are said to have taken place recently, at any time the person in question has been employed or contracted by SCL, or prior to the person’s involvement with SCL. SCL continues to fulfil its responsibilities towards the member of colleagues who may be subject to such investigations. For a quick guide for colleagues on what to do if you an allegation is made about a colleague, including lower-level concern are concerned please refer to this section, Flowchart titled ‘what to do if you an allegation is made about a colleague, including lower-level concern are concerned’. Escalation: The following process will apply where the concerns may relate to specific safeguarding roles within SCL. Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Senior Safeguarding Lead (SDSL) Chief Education Office (CedO) and Chief
Executive Officer (CEO) If concern relates to: DDSL report to SDSL. DSL report to SDSL. SDSL report to CedO. CedO report to CEO.
Whistleblowing SCL has an open-door policy and encourage transparency, a culture of listening and in the first instance expect colleagues to raise a concern internally. However, if someone feels that they have tried this and not been heard or will not be listened to if they report a dangerous or illegal activity, or wrongdoing, then colleagues can use the Whistleblowing Policy to anonymously report. In addition, the NSPCC have a whistleblowing helpline where someone can seek advice as well as report. https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children- safe/reporting-abuse/dedicated-helplines/whistleblowing-advice-line/
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