Safeguarding for all children and families is our primary concern.
All appointments and volunteer placements are subject to full DBS checks. As a school we follow all the requirements of Safe Recruitment.
All staff receive regular training and professional development on safeguarding of children.
The school's Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is: Anna Seal - Head of school
Supported by Deputy safeguarding leads (DDSL): N Flux - teacher, J.Cutler - teacher/SENDCO, B.Newton - teaching assistant and extended schools.
The Governor responsible for safeguarding is Mrs R Partridge.
The Wessex academy Trust Board member responsible for safeguarding is Mr M Baker.
Wessex academy safeguarding lead - N.Lawrence
If you have a safeguarding concern that you need to discuss, please speak in person to Anna Seal or Natasha Flux in the first instance. Or, you can contact them through the school office:
Tel: 01305 848206
Email: office@puddletownfirst.dorset.sch.uk
If you have a safeguarding concern outside of school, you can contact the Dorset Council Children's Advice and Duty Service: 01305 228866 This telephone number is for any member of the public with concerns about a child.
Safeguarding Policy Each year, we update our Safeguarding Policy and engage in safeguarding training in line with Government legislation and Local Authority recommendations.