Safeguarding

At The 0161 Project, safeguarding is of paramount importance to support our young people to engage with their education, home life and social life without concern. We ensure that we are consistent, active and effective in safeguarding our young people and supporting families and staff in safeguarding matters.

We judge our safeguarding to be effective, with clear procedure, up to date training and the culture of serving the best and safe interests of the child central to our practice. All our staff are trained in child protection procedures and are up to date with KCSIE 2024 guidance.

In most circumstances we endeavour to speak to schools/agencies/parents/carers regards any safeguarding concerns, however, there may be exceptional circumstances were the referring school/agency need to speak to Social Services and/or the police without parental permission; this is in accordance with child protection procedures. We aim to maintain positive relationships with all parents, but we will always act in accordance with procedure and in the best interests of the child.

Key Safeguarding contacts:

Laura Roberts - DSL - Pre-16 & Post-16 - Lauraroberts.0161@gmail.com

Leanne Lister - DDSL - Post -16 - Leannelister.0161@gmail.com

If anyone has a safeguarding concern regards a child it is always best to contact the provision or school immediately. 

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