St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School

Safeguarding

Safeguarding your children is our main priority

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at St Vincent's this is given the highest priority.

If you have a concern about the safety or welfare of a child at St Vincent's, please contact a member of our Safeguarding Team immediately on 01925 726544:

Mr Dominic Vernon

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Mrs Paula Williams

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Mrs Leanne Judson

Safeguarding Governor

Role of the Governing Body	Role of the named Governor for Safeguarding	Role of the DSL / Deputy DSL
Approve Policies Appoint a DSL Appoint a lead Governor for Safeguarding Determine reporting format and frequency Ensure compliance with statutory duties	Build knowledge of safeguarding through reading, training and discussion and questioning Build a relationship with the safeguarding team within school Report to the Governing Body Champion a safeguarding culture within school	Lead and manage safeguarding Appoint a Deputy DSL Ensure policies and procedures are followed Create and model a safeguarding culture Report to the Governing Body