Safeguarding

Student Support

The Student Support Department aims to provide support for any student who is vulnerable or has specific barriers to learning. We work closely with school staff, parents and outside agencies to ensure that a graduated approach to supporting students is implemented across the whole school, with support being tailored to meet individual student’s needs.

As a school we take a holistic approach to all aspects of pastoral care, meaning that students are offered support from the staff member who is best placed to support their individual needs. Where specialist support is required, the Student Support Department may refer a student to outside agencies e.g. CAMHS, YPAS or diagnostic services, whilst continuing with in school support alongside this.

Support may be offered via small group or 1:1 sessions which focus on developing the strategies and tools students need to succeed both in school and beyond. Through our intervention and bespoke support plans, students’ barriers to learning are identified and addressed through adaptive teaching and self-help strategies.

If you as a parent/carer have concerns about a safeguarding matter in the School, please contact a member of the Safeguarding Team.

Mrs J Baker Designated Safeguarding Lead	safeguarding@bluecoatschool.org.uk
You can also contact: Mrs Rukhsana Rasheed, the School Safeguarding Trustee	safeguarding@bluecoatschool.org.uk

Operation Encompass

What is Operation Encompass?

In conjunction with Merseyside Police, The Blue Coat School is involved in an initiative called Operation Encompass.

The purpose of Operation Encompass is to safeguard and support children and young people who have been involved in, or heard or witnessed, a domestic abuse incident. Following such an incident, children can arrive at school distressed, upset, worried and unprepared. Operation Encompass aims to ensure that the school’s Safeguarding Team are made aware early enough to support children and young people in a way that means they feel safe and included. This is a valuable initiative that means we can continue to support and help children and families within our school community when they need it the most.

You can find out more by visiting https://www.operationencompass.org/or by contacting Mrs Baker, Assistant Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding lead: j.baker@bluecoatschool.org.uk

There is also a wealth of information regarding support available on the Liverpool City Council website via the link below: Domestic abuse and violence - Liverpool City Council

Early Help

What is Early Help?

Early Help is a way of getting extra help and support when your family needs it, but getting it as soon as difficulties start, rather than waiting until things get worse. It’s for children and young people of any age and their family. Help can come from all kinds of services and organisations who work together to support your family.

Children's Social Care offers support and guidance for families to ensure that all children are safe and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential. If you require any support for your family or have any concerns regarding a child, the telephone number and link can be used to seek advice and support.