The College has a Designated Safeguarding Lead who is the main point of contact for any safeguarding issues in the College.
The DSL (and deputy when the DSL is away from College) is available for staff, volunteers, parents or learners to discuss safeguarding needs, and is responsible for:
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Keeping you informed, as appropriate, of what has happened in respect of any disclosure you forward to them
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Keeping the safeguarding policy and procedure up to date
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Attending accredited, enhanced training each year
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Ensuring adequate reporting and recording systems are in place
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Referring any safeguarding issues to the appropriate agency
Further details of the role of the DSL and other staff who can provide support can be found below along with their contact details.
If you would like to speak to any of the staff in person, please contact Reception in the first instance.
Alex Muir
Location: Room 215
Availability: Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:00, Friday 08:30 - 16:30
Notes: Assistant Principal - Curriculum
Contact: alex.muir@derwentside.ac.uk
Karen Hankey
Location: Room 43
Availability: Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:00, Friday 08:30 - 16:30
Notes: Curriculum Leader (Student Services)
Contact: karen.hankey@derwentside.ac.uk
Karen is the main point of contact for safeguarding/Prevent issues if Alex is unavailable.
Julie Eddy
Location: Room 14
Availability: Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:00, Friday 08:30 - 16:30
Notes: SEND Lead
Contact: julie.eddy@derwentside.ac.uk
Julie is the main point of contact for safeguarding/Prevent issues if Alex or Karen are unavailable.