A strong culture of safeguarding
An embedded safeguarding culture across the Federation. A safeguarding culture of care and vigilance. A safe culture that is visible.
Federation Leaders and Governors have ensured:
- Systems and procedures are fit for purpose and are fully understood. All staff wear identity badges and lanyards at all times. Designated Safeguarding team members wear a safeguarding lanyard to identify them.
- Recruitment - all adults working in the Federation have up to date and enhanced DBS checks. Staff have regular safer recruitment training.
- All staff have regular safeguarding training and have read and understood the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance for schools.
DESIGNATED SENIOR LEADERS FOR CHILD PROTECTION FOR THE FEDERATION
Mrs Claire Harrison & Mrs Victoria Wainwright
DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEADS
St Mary Magdalene Woolwich | Mrs Amao, Ranj Badesha |
St Mary Magdalene Peninsula Primary Phase | Mrs Ajayi |
St Mary Magdalene Peninsula Secondary Phase |
Mr Benson |
Christ Church |
Mr Ermellino |
DESIGNATED DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEADS
St Mary Magdalene Woolwich | Miss Thomas |
St Mary Magdalene Peninsula Phase |
Miss Williams |
St Mary Magdalene Secondary Phase |
Ms A Hinds |
Christ Church |
Miss Lamont |
OTHER DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEADS
St Mary Magdalene Woolwich | Miss Hoon, Mrs Savva-Brown |
St Mary Magdalene Peninsula Primary Phase | Miss Hoon, Mrs Savva-Brown |
St Mary Magdalene Peninsula Secondary Phase |
Mr Hussain, Mr Shimirty, Ms Brady, Mr Golding, Mr Shimirty, Mr Benson |
Christ Church | Miss Reid, Miss Graham |
Designated Governor for Child Protection: Pauline Sheath
Named Governor for Child Protection: Pauline Sheath
Named Governor for LAC: Pauline Sheath
Report child abuse - Contact details
Anyone who is concerned about a child's safety or wellbeing can contact the Royal Borough of Greenwich's Children's Services team.
You can call during working hours or out of hours using one of the following numbers:
Referral team (office hours): 020 8921 3172
Emergency duty team (out of office hours only): 020 8854 8888.
If you believe that a child is in immediate danger, you should always call the police on 999.
Greenwich Safeguarding Children Partnership Website
Safely Posters for Parents
We recognise the significance of safeguarding your children throughout their educational journey. Our primary objective is to equip you with the necessary knowledge and resources to ensure their safety in education. To support parents in this endeavour, we sent series of informative posters covering a wide range of topics. These posters have been specifically designed to provide valuable support and guidance.
Supporting Children To Deal With Upsetting Content
Looking After Your Wellbeing Online
What Parents Need To Know About iPads
Managing Device Stress and Anxiety
Safeguarding children and young people is everyone’s responsibility and anyone is able to make a referral or report a concern. Should you have any concerns about a child you can contact MASH:
Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub: 0208 921 3172
MASH Out of Hours (only): 0208 854 8888
Or you can email: mash-referrals@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Alternatively you can contact the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) Laura Lumbis 0208 921 3930 childrens-Lado@royalgreenwich.gov.uk (CAN YOU PLEASE GET THE CONTACT OF OUR LADO)
The Greenwich Safeguarding Children Board is a partnership of all the different organisations working to protect children and young people across the borough. Their website brings together information for children, young people and their families and the professionals who work with them.
Click here to visit the GSCB website: greenwichsafeguardingchildren.org.uk
The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) is a national charity which works to fight child abuse.
Click here to visit the NSPCC website: nspcc.org.uk
Why FGM happens
FGM is carried out for a number of cultural, religious and social reasons. Some families and communities believe that FGM will benefit the girl in some way, such as preparing them for marriage or childbirth. FGM is a harmful practice that isn't required by any religion and there are no health benefits of FGM.
For further information and support please visit:
The NSPCC offers a free and anonymous FGM 24 hour helpline.
Call on 0808 800 5000 email: help@nspcc.org.uk
If you are suffering abuse or are aware of someone that is a victim of abuse, please do not suffer in silence. Contact the freephone, 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline.
Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge.
Call: 0808 200 0247
Visit the helpline to access further information, a contact form and the live chat service. If you are in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the police.
Additional support:
Abuse and Harm Guidance
Advice to parents and carers on keeping children safe from abuse and harm. Website here.
Women’s Aid
A charity supporting women and children from domestic abuse. Please seek help from a professional without delay if you or someone you know is in danger. Visit their Website here.
Men’s Advice Line
0808 801 0327
Solace
If you need help now, get in touch. 0808 802 5565. Free and confidential advice and support for women in London affected by abuse. Visit their Website here.