Safeguarding at
New Seeds.
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating a safe environment where every learner is protected from harm.
Our Commitment
At New Seeds Education, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. We recognise that our learners may be particularly vulnerable due to their social, emotional, and mental health needs, and we take extra care to ensure they are protected.
We work in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and local safeguarding partnership procedures. All staff receive regular safeguarding training and understand their duty to report concerns.
We believe that every child has the right to feel safe, be listened to, and be protected from harm. Our trauma-informed approach recognises the impact of adverse experiences and prioritises creating a safe, nurturing environment.
Our Safeguarding Principles
These principles guide everything we do to keep our learners safe.
It Could Happen Here
We maintain a culture of vigilance, recognising that safeguarding concerns can arise in any setting.
Child-Centred Approach
The welfare and best interests of learners are at the heart of all our decisions and actions.
Information Sharing
We share information appropriately and promptly with relevant agencies to protect children.
Early Help
We provide early support and intervention to prevent concerns from escalating.
Safeguarding Team
Our dedicated safeguarding team is responsible for ensuring the safety of all learners.
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Takes lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection
- Level 3 accredited DSL training refreshed at least every two years
- Manages referrals to children's social care and the LADO for allegations against staff
- Escalates to the local MASH team and Wolverhampton Safeguarding Together partnership
- Coordinates KCSIE 2025 compliance and reviews staff training annually
Deputy DSL
- Supports the DSL in all safeguarding matters and acts in the DSL's absence
- Level 2 (minimum) safeguarding training with progression to Level 3
- Maintains chronological safeguarding records on BehaviourWatch
- Contributes to KCSIE Part One declarations and staff briefings
- Supports MASH / LADO escalation and child-in-need / child-protection meetings
Proprietor/Director
- Ensures safeguarding policies are in place and reviewed at least annually
- Oversees safer recruitment and the Single Central Record
- Ensures appropriate resources for safeguarding (people, systems, training)
- Chairs annual safeguarding audit and reports to the Board of Advisers
What We Look Out For
Our staff are trained to recognise signs and indicators of various safeguarding concerns, including:
How to Report a Concern
If you have any safeguarding concerns about a child, please report them immediately.
Internal Reporting
- Speak directly to the DSL or any staff member
- Call: 01902 283 705
- Email: office@newseedseducation.co.uk
- Complete an internal concern form
External Reporting
- Local Authority MASH/Referral TeamFor urgent safeguarding referrals — including out-of-hours arrangements
- LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer)For allegations against staff, volunteers or contractors
- Wolverhampton Safeguarding TogetherLocal safeguarding partnership arrangements, thresholds and training
- Police (999)For immediate danger or emergencies