Keeping children safe

Worker sat with children doing arts and crafts

 

Children have the right to be completely secure from both the fear and reality of abuse, and we are committed to safeguarding all the children in our care from harm. We work closely with staff, parents, carers and external agencies to ensure that effective safeguarding procedures are always followed.

Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)

Our DSL team has suitable experience, training and expertise in safeguarding matters. They are responsible for liaising with Social Care, the Local Children’s Safeguarding Board and Ofsted in any child protection matter.

There is always at least one trained Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) on site during our provision.

The Playscheme Manager, Assistant Playscheme Manager, Playscheme and Family Information & Support Assistants are trained as DSLs. 

Safeguarding Policy

UCHP’s Safeguarding policy complies with all relevant legislation and other guidance or advice from the Cambridgeshire Safeguarding Partnership Board (CSCP), Cambridgeshire County Council (CCC), Ofsted and other childcare regulatory bodies. 
 

Safeguarding Contacts

  • Cambridgeshire County Council Children’s Social Care: 0345 045 5203, 01733 234724 (out of hours)
  • LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer): 01223 727967, LADO@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
  • LSCB (Local Safeguarding Children Board): 01480 376699
  • Cambridgeshire Police: 101, 999 or 112 from a mobile
  • Cambridgeshire Early Years and Childcare Service: 01223 714752
  • Childcare Information Service (Young Lives): 0345 045 4014
  • Ofsted: 0300 123 1231
  • Childline: 0800 1111
  • NSPCC: 0115 960 5481