Parents: Safeguarding

The protection and safeguarding of children is a key priority for the school and this has been recognised recently by Ofsted, when our procedures and practices were considered to be "outstanding". All staff receive regular training with regards to child protection and safeguarding; this enables us to deal sensitively, supportively and appropriately with matters should they arise.

Safer recruitment of staff:  The school is committed to the safer recruitment of staff including the satisfactory receipt of an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (alongside references from former employers etc.), in addition to the interview panel being satisfied that the candidate is suitable for post, including a commitment to child protection and safeguarding.

Mrs K Towers is the school's designated senior person with regard to Child Protection and Safeguarding.  Staff, students and parents are advised to make contact with Mrs Towers if there is any concern with regard to the safeguarding of children at Richard Lander School. Mrs Yvonne Rippon deputises for Mrs Towers. 

Please follow this link to the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding policy 

Please follow this link to the school's Supporting Students at School with Medical Conditions policy

If you have immediate concerns or are worried about a child or young person's safety please telephone the Multi Agency Referral Unit (MARU) on 0300 123 1116.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/childrens-services/child-protection-and-safeguarding/ 

A message for students:

All adults who work with children and young people should work as a team that effectively support and protect you.  You may be interested in this document produced for young people, created by the Children’s Rights Director.

As part of the safeguarding team for Richard Lander School, it is our responsibility to record, co-ordinate and manage the safeguarding needs of all students, staff and the wider school community. Part of this duty is signposting our students, parents and carers to relevant information, websites and contacts. Please see the links on the left.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact:

Designated Safeguarding Lead: DSL: Mrs Kerry Towers

ktowers@richardlander.cornwall.sch.uk 

 Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: DDSL: Mrs Yvonne Rippon

Yrippon@richardlander.cornwall.sch.uk