Safeguarding & Child Protection
We take the safeguarding of our pupils very seriously here at Carter's Charity Primary School. We have five safeguarding specialists who are trained to either level 4 or 5 in safeguarding (the highest levels of training that are available), and all other members of staff receive annual safeguarding training.
Headteacher, Mrs Jo Miller, is the Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead. It is my job, and that of the safeguarding team to ensure that the welfare of ALL our pupils is the best that we can provide. Our primary consideration is that of the child and their wellbeing, be that physically, mentally or emotionally. All incidents, comments and allegations will be fully investigated and where necessary, referred to the appropriate local authority team via the MASH (multi agency safeguarding hub) and LCSC (Lancashire Children's Social Care). You can contact Mrs Miller on head@carters.lancs.sch.uk
A referral can be made by anyone, including members of the public if they have concerns regarding the safety of a child. Within the school, a referral will be made by one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads. If you have any concerns regarding the wellbeing of a child, please call Lancashire Children's Social Care - you can do this anonymously if you wish. Please see details below.
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Concerned about a Child?
Call 0300 123 6720 or out of hours 0300 123 6722.
If you think a child is in immediate danger – don't delay call the police on 999.
The NSPCC website has advice about the signs, symptoms and effects of child abuse and neglect.
School Safeguarding Team
Mrs Jo Miller Associate Headteacher Designated Safeguarding Lead | Miss Leanna Spence Assistant Headteacher Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead | Mr Ian Holland Acting Assistant Headteacher Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead |
Mrs Janina Callery School SENDCo Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Designated Lead for Looked After Children | Mrs Helen Mein School Bursar Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead |