Minehead Middle School Strive for excellence
Safeguarding
Meet our Safeguarding Team
Mrs Michelle James Mrs Ruth Bulpin Mr Harry Symons
Designated Safeguarding Lead Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Miss Lynn Robson Mrs Laura Mackie Mrs Hayley Lake Mr Joseph Murch
Safeguarding Team Safeguarding Team Safeguarding Trustee Trust Safeguarding Lead
Minehead Middle School is committed to culture of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and we expect all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Our aim is to establish an environment where children feel safe and secure, where they are encouraged to talk, and are listened to when they have a worry, concern or want to share something. Parents and carers may also contact us where they have concerns about the welfare or safety of their child. The Safeguarding Team work closely with the Pastoral Team to support our students and work with our families and external agencies where required.
We know that the online world can provide a wealth of information, education and entertainment but can at times be difficult to navigate safely. If you are a parent/carer and would like some advice on how keeping your child safe online then please access the following links to some useful guides:
Parental advice on Instagram: https://www.comparitech.com/blog/vpn-privacy/instagram-privacy-settings
Parental advice on Snapchat: (http://www.connectsafely.org/a-parents-guide-to-snapchat/)
Parental advice on Cyberbullying: (http://www.connectsafely.org/wp-content/uploads/cyberbullying_guide.pdf)
Safeguarding Policies
Childline
If you are a child and would like to speak to someone confidentially, or would just like some advice, then you can contact the charity via the website or on the phone.
http://www.childline.org.uk - 0800 1111