Safeguarding
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families and carers has a role to play in safeguarding children. In order to fulfil this responsibility effectively at Bradford Academy we ensure our approach is child-centred and that the best interests of the child are at the heart of decisions made and actions taken.
The Department for Education has issued an updated document entitled ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ which our relevant policies refer to and which we ensure that all members of staff read and understand as it outlines responsibilities. A copy of the guidance can be found below:
Keeping Children Safe In Education - 2023
Bradford Academy Safeguarding Team
Sources of further information & support
CEOP is a command of the National Crime Agency, and is dedicated to tackling the sexual abuse and exploitation of children and young people. CEOP is here to help young people (up to age 18) who have been forced or tricked into taking part in sexual activity with anyone online or in the real world. We also offer advice and links to support in response to other online problems young people might face, such as cyberbullying or hacking. For information, advice and to report concerns directly to CEOP, visit the Safety Centre by clicking on the Click CEOP button https://www.ceop.police.uk/Safety-Centre/
Anti-Bullying Alliance: www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk
Young Minds: http://www.youngminds.org.uk
NSPCC: http://www.nspcc.org.uk
Mental Health Foundation: http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Mental Wellbeing Community Support: https://www.kooth.com/
Mindfull: http://www.mindfull.co.uk
MindED: http://www.minded.org.uk
Parent guides from the NSPCC: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/
Advice regarding how to talk to your child about online safety: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/share-aware/
If you need help or advice you can contact Bradford’s Cyber Team at:
bd.cyberproblemsolvers@westyorkshire.pnn.police.uk
Advice and guidance for parents and carers regarding Prevent and countering extremism:
We welcome questions, comments or feedback from parents/carers with regards to our safeguarding procedures. If you wish to contact us to discuss your views please email Jane Berry, Associate Assistant Principal – Safeguarding by jane.berry@BradfordAcademy.co.u
