Safeguarding
Safeguarding at Woodside C of E Primary School
At Woodside, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are wholly committed to protecting the welfare, safety and dignity of every child in our care. Our culture is one of openness, accountability and continuous vigilance.
We ensure that:
- Every adult working with children safeguards and promotes their welfare
- Staff conduct is professional, transparent and respectful at all times
- Adults work in ways that are open to scrutiny
- Professional standards apply consistently, regardless of culture, disability, gender, language, race, religion, belief or sexual identity
- Safeguarding is embedded throughout daily practice, policy and decision‑making
We are proud to be an Operation Encompass school, working in partnership with Warwickshire Police to support children experiencing domestic incidents.
We filter and monitor online activity, ensuring safe and secure access to technology for all pupils.
Safeguarding Team (2025)
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Mrs Natasha Johnson – Headteacher (also responsible for filtering & monitoring)
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSLs)
- Mrs Nat Bruntlett – Deputy Headteacher
- Miss Smallwood – Assistant Headteacher
- Mrs Day – SENCO Assistant
- Mrs King – Attendance & Office Manager
- Mrs Lavender – Woodpeckers Safeguarding DSL
Safeguarding Governor
- Mr Shaun Eaton
Our Safeguarding Culture
We foster a strong safeguarding culture built on trust, transparency and shared responsibility. We operate a clear Whistleblowing Policy to ensure any concerns about staff conduct can be raised and addressed swiftly, safely and in line with Warwickshire Safeguarding Children Board procedures.
Induction & Staff Training
All new staff receive comprehensive safeguarding training, including:
- Child Protection briefing
- Health & Safety induction
- Guidance for Safer Working Practice for Adults Who Work with Children and Young People in Education Settings
- The Woodside Safeguarding Policy
- Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024/2025)
- E‑safety expectations, filtering and monitoring procedures
- Operation Encompass information
Safeguarding is reinforced through ongoing CPD, annual refreshers, weekly briefings and termly updates.
Concerned About a Child?
If you are worried about a child’s welfare, act immediately.
Warwickshire Front Door: 01926 414144
(Anyone can make a referral — you do not need to wait to speak to the DSL.)
If a child is in immediate danger: Call 999.
Warwickshire Children’s Social Care works in partnership with schools to support children and families at risk.
Prevent Duty at Woodside
Woodside fully upholds the Prevent Duty (2015) as part of our safeguarding responsibilities. We are committed to protecting children from radicalisation, extremism and exploitation by building critical thinking, resilience and respect.
How We Meet the Prevent Duty
Building Resilience
We promote British values—democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance—and empower pupils to safely challenge extremist ideas.
Staff Training
All staff have completed the Home Office Prevent Awareness Training, enabling them to:
- Recognise early indicators of radicalisation
- Understand local risks
- Report concerns appropriately
Understanding Radicalisation
Radicalisation is a safeguarding issue. It can occur online or offline and may involve political, religious or ideological extremism. Children can be particularly vulnerable due to online influences, peer pressure or personal difficulties.
Further Information
More can be found on the national Prevent website: Let’s Talk About It.
Prevent Contacts
Warwickshire Prevent Team:
- Local Authority Prevent Officer: Geoff Thomas
- Phone: 01926 412432
- Community Safety Team (Alternative Contact): 01926 412338
- Email: [email protected]
- Emergency: Dial 999