Minehead Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Our aim is to establish an environment where children feel secure, are encouraged to talk, and are listened to when they have a worry or concern. Parents and carers may also contact us where they have concerns about the welfare or safety of their child. The Designated Senior Teachers work closely with the pastoral team to support students. 

We follow our procedures to ensure children and young people receive effective support, protection and justice.

Key Contact Details:

Minehead Middle School

Contact number: 01643 704191

Designated Safeguarding Lead and Designated Teacher for Looked After Children: Michelle James

Email address: mjames212@beaconedu.uk

Designated Deputy Safeguarding Lead: Ruth Bulpin

Email address: rbulpin436@beaconedu.uk

Additional Information:

If you wish to seek an independent advice, we recommend the NSPCC Helpline. Please follow the link below:

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/services-and-resources/nspcc-helpline/

You can contact the NSPCC helpline 24/7 for help, advice and support.

Contact number: 0808 800 5000

Text: 88858

Email: help@nspcc.org.uk

Somerset Direct/Social Care

http://www.somerset.gov.uk/organisation/departments/childrens-social-care/

Contact number: 0300 123 2224

Email: childrens@somerset.gov.uk

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