Safeguarding & Wellbeing

 

                                                    

                                                     Safeguarding and Child Protection

At Byron Primary School, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, protected and able to thrive.

We recognise that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. All staff, governors, volunteers and visitors have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and to act immediately if they have concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing.

We work closely with families, external agencies and the local authority to ensure that children receive the right help at the right time.

     At Byron, we are committed to:

  • Keeping children safe from harm.
  • Promoting children's wellbeing and welfare.
  • Creating a culture where children feel listened to and supported.
  • Supporting families through early help and intervention.
  • Teaching children how to keep themselves safe both in school and beyond.

 

Meet Our Safeguarding Team

Byron Primary School Safeguarding Team
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for child protection
 Miss Hannah Norton, Deputy Headteacher
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSL)

Mr Paul Booth

Mr Richard Collins

Mrs Suzanne Bisland 

Miss Rukhsana Hussain

Mrs Zubeida Amin

 

 

You can contact any member of our safeguarding team through the school office.

Telephone: 01274 722981

Email: office@byron.nsat.org.uk

 

Safeguarding Team

 

 

What Should I Do If I Have a Safeguarding Concern?

If you are worried about the safety or welfare of a child, please contact a member of the safeguarding team immediately.

You can:

  • Telephone the school office and ask to speak to a safeguarding lead.
  • Email the school.
  • Visit the school and speak to a member of staff.

If you believe a child is at immediate risk of harm, please contact the police by dialling 999.

Bradford Children's Social Care

If you are concerned about a child and wish to seek advice directly:

Initial Contact Point (Children's Social Care)
Telephone: 01274 435600

Emergency Duty Team (Out of Hours)
Telephone: 01274 431010

                                                   

Phone Number: 01274 722981

 

Early Help

At Byron Primary School, we believe that identifying concerns early and providing support at the earliest opportunity can make a significant difference to children and families.

We work closely with parents, carers and a range of external agencies to provide support where needed. If you feel your child or family would benefit from additional support, please contact a member of the safeguarding team.

 

We are an Operation Encompass School  

 

Safeguarding - Breakthrough Transformation Trust, Devon Care

 

Our school is part of Operation Encompass, a national initiative that operates jointly between schools and police forces.

Operation Encompass ensures that schools are informed, before the start of the next school day, when a child has experienced or been exposed to domestic abuse.

Our trained Key Adult is:

Miss Hannah Norton

This information enables us to provide additional care, support and understanding for children who may have been affected.

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 recognises children who experience domestic abuse as victims in their own right. The Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 has placed Operation Encompass into law and introduced a statutory duty on police forces to share notifications with schools.

Through Operation Encompass, we can provide timely support to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

 

Counter-Terrorism Information

Byron Primary School is committed to safeguarding children from all forms of harm, including radicalisation and extremism.

Miss Hannah Norton is the school's Prevent Duty Lead.

Through our curriculum, assemblies and wider safeguarding work, pupils learn about:

  • Respect and tolerance.
  • British values.
  • Safe and responsible decision-making.
  • Critical thinking.
  • How to recognise and report concerns.

Online Safety

Online safety is an important part of safeguarding at Byron Primary School.

Children are taught how to stay safe online through our curriculum, assemblies, themed events and personal development programme. Pupils learn about:

  • Safe online behaviour.
  • Privacy and security.
  • Cyberbullying.
  • Healthy online relationships.
  • Reporting concerns.
  • The safe use of technology and social media.

We encourage parents and carers to work in partnership with the school to help children stay safe online.

Useful websites include:

  • CEOP
  • Childnet
  • Internet Matters
  • NSPCC Online Safety


Whistleblowing Procedures

Any concerns about inappropriate conduct by a member of staff, volunteer or visitor should be reported immediately to the Head of Academy or a member of the safeguarding team.

If you do not feel able to raise your concern internally, you may contact:

Chief Executive Officer or Chair of Trustees
Northern Star Academies Trust
Gargrave Road
Skipton
BD23 1QN

Email: governance@nsat.org.uk

Free confidential advice about whistleblowing can also be obtained from Protect.

 

Our Commitment

At Byron Primary School, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to ensuring that every child feels safe, respected and supported so that they can learn, grow and achieve their full potential.

 

Safeguarding Key Policies and Documents

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