Safeguarding & Child Protection

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility

The safety and wellbeing of every child and young person at INNOV4TE is our absolute priority. Safeguarding is embedded in everything we do.

If a child is in immediate danger

Call the police on 999 immediately. You can also contact the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000 or Childline on 0800 1111.

Our Commitment

Core Principles

The welfare of the child is paramount in all decisions
All staff receive regular safeguarding and child protection training
Robust safer recruitment procedures are in place for all staff
We maintain an open culture where concerns can be raised confidently
We work in partnership with families and external agencies
Regular safeguarding training updates for all staff and volunteers
Clear reporting procedures for all concerns and disclosures
Safe and well checks for children missing education
Contextual safeguarding awareness embedded in practice
Online safety training for staff and young people

Key Contacts

Safeguarding Team

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Carla Astbury

Director & DSL

castbury@innov4te.co.uk

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Stacy Millington-Moss

Director & Deputy DSL

stacy@innov4te.co.uk

School Contact

01384 889288

Primary Alternative Provision Safeguarding Lead

Lisa Vaccarella

Primary Alternative Provision Safeguarding Lead

Lisa@innov4te.co.uk