Welcome to
St John's CE (VC) Primary School
Life in all its fullness'
Safeguarding
'Life in all its fullness' John 10:10
If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact the DSL via the school office: 01782987140
St John’s Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs S. Bailey - Head Teacher
St John's Designated Deputy Safeguarding Lead
Miss B Moulton- Deputy Head teacher
Keeping Children Safe is Everyone's Responsibility
Most children enjoy generally safe and happy childhood experiences within their own family but unfortunately for some, this is not the case.
We all have a duty to protect children and this page will help you to access support if you are concerned that a child or young person is at risk of harm.
Worries You May Have About A Child
Who can help?
Reporting a Concern
We all have a duty to protect children and young people from harm. If you have any concerns about a child or young person it is always best to share them.
If you think a child is in immediate danger, contact the police on 999.
Staffordshire Police:
Telephone: 101
In an emergency always call 999
If a child is not in immediate danger but at risk of harm, contact Staffordshire Children's Advice and Support Team. Staffordshire Children's Advice and Support Team:
Phone: 0300 111 8007
Open: Monday to Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm and Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
Emergency Duty Service:
(Out of Hours Service- In an emergency, outside office hours please contact the Emergency Duty Service)
Telephone: 0345 604 2886
What will happen next?
Social workers will follow up on every report where they believe a child may be at risk of harm. They will talk to other people who know the child and may be able to provide a clearer picture. This includes teachers, health visitors, and members of the child's family.
After this several things could happen:
- No further action will be taken
- Help and support will be offered to the family
- An investigation will take place
Further Advice
The NSPCC is a registered charity fighting to end child abuse in the UK. On their website you can find advice on how you can keep children safe, where to go for help, and the latest news stories relating to child safety.
Online Safety
The internet is amazing. Children can play, learn, create and connect - opening up a whole world of exciting possibilities. But with the digital world changing all the time, how can you make sure your child’s staying safe?
Take a look at our online safety policy or below is further information regarding E-Safety that can help you stay safe online:
E-Safety Introduction
E-Safety Links
E-Bullying
Staying Safe Online
E-Safety & Safeguarding Advice
Helplines, APPs and Websites to support parents and children
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NetAware Parents’ guide to apps/games/ social media sites to help keep children safe |
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Shout Crisis text messenger service
| Text 85258 24/7 Free on most networks |
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IMAlive Online crisis messenger service (based in US) | 24/7 |
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Frank Honest information and advice about drugs and alcohol
| 0300 1236600 Text 82111 confidential 24/7 |
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Drinkline Confidential information and advice for you or someone you are worried about | 0300 123 1110 Weekdays 9am–8pm, weekends 11am–4pm free |
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CEOP Reporting online sexual abuse or content |
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Samaritans Free confidential support line for people who are feeling desperate | 116 123 |
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Pace Telephone support and secure online forum for parents of exploited children | 0113 240 5226 Office hours £ |
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SelfHarm UK Support with self-harm issues |
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Money Advice Service Financial help and information | 0800 138 7777 Free |
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Step Change Debt support charity |
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Refuge Domestic abuse helpline and online support and information | 0808 2000 247 Free 24/7 |
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Young Minds Support for parents when young people suffer poor mental health | Crisis text messenger |
| https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/for-parents/parents-survival-guide/
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Recovery Support for drug and alcohol addiction
| 0203 553 0324 Free callback available 24/7 |
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Adfam Support for families affected by drugs and alcohol |
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Stop Breathe Think Free Mindfulness app (pay version also available) |
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101 Non-emergency Police number. For emergencies DIAL 999 | 101
15p per call |
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111 Non- emergency health advice. For emergencies DIAL 999. | 111 Call if you are seriously worried about symptoms 24/7 free |
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Use website if your enquiry isn’t serious |
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Stoke-on-Trent Children’s Social Care | 01782 235100 |
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Combined wellbeing |
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| https://combinedwellbeing.org.uk/
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CBBC talk to you child about emotions |
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| https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/joinin/talking-to-your-child-about-emotions |
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Childline | 0800 1111 |
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The Mix | 0808 8084994 |
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Runaway Helpline | 116000 |
| www.missingpeople.org.uk/how-we-can-help/young-people/646-saysomething.html |
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Kooth |
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Mon – Fri 12pm – 10pm |
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Help at Hand | 0800 528 0731 |
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stopitnow! | 0800 1111 |
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The Mix | 0808 1000 900 |
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B-eat | 0808 801 0711 |
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Brook |
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Children’s Society |
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SelfHarm UK |
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Shout | Text 85258 |
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Calm Harm Free app to help |
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The Hideout |
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MeeTwo |
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| https://www.meetwo.co.uk/ | Yes |
Fearless |
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NSPCC Abuse ruins childhood, but it can be prevented That’s why we’re here. That’s what drives all our work, and that’s why – as long as there’s abuse – we will fight for every childhood.
http://www.staffsscb.org.uk/Home.aspx This site provides information for parents and carers, children and young people on some of the key issues that can affect the safety and wellbeing of children.