The issues (below) are a summary of those highlighted in the Ofsted report
Verbal comments or comments made on social media:
· Sexist name calling
· Unwanted or inappropriate sexual comments
· Rumours about sexual activity
Physical contact:
· Unwanted touching
· Sexual assault
Being made to feel pressured:
· Feeling pressured to engage in sexual activities they did not want to do
· Being put under pressure to send sexual images of themselves
Social media incidents:
· Being sent unwanted sexual pictures.
· Having pictures or nudes that they sent being shared without knowledge or consent.
· Being photographed or videoed without their knowledge or consent.
· Having pictures or videos taken without their consent circulated on social media.
Are these issues a problem in the school?
The school works on the assumption that these issues are so widespread across the country that we must have children in the school who have similar experiences. This means that we must continue to ensure our safeguarding systems and approaches are fit for purpose. We must also maintain a culture of vigilance, and that students feel safe in reporting these issues.
What the school does to address these issues:
· Provided safeguarding training for all staff on these issues so they know what the signs are and what to do where incidences come to light.
· Ensured these issues are covered as part of education i.e. through the PSHE and Relationships, Sex and Health Education content.
· Provided age-appropriate assemblies on these issues to our students.
· Updated our safeguarding policy to provide clarity around these issues.
· Created an email address to collect concerns from students so that they can be responded to promptly.
· Undertake regular ‘student voice’ activities to gain an insight into the experiences of students, particularly those who may be particularly vulnerable.
· Ensure that students have a clear understanding of issues around consent.
· Ensure that any concerns raised are never dismissed as ‘banter’.
How the school will respond to an incident:
· Listen to the child in a non-judgemental way.
· Take their concern seriously.
· Conduct a thorough investigation if an incident has taken place on-site, including gathering statements and viewing CCTV.
· Work with the child to discuss the next steps and keep them informed at each stage, taking their wishes and feelings into consideration.
· Inform parents of all children involved and ensure appropriate consequences are in place.
· Log incidents with appropriate agencies where necessary, e.g., social care, police.
· Provide emotional support for children involved as victims following the event and complete referrals to appropriate agencies, e.g., RASASC.
· Provide follow-up education to the child/children perpetrating the incident, in order to prevent repeated behaviours.
The school safeguarding team
The team members are key support staff who work closely with all year groups to ensure all students are safe both inside and outside of the academy.
Designated Safeguarding Leads
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Safeguarding Team
What can parents/carers do to address these issues?
We ask that all parents/carers are aware of these issues and encourage your children to talk to you about any concerns that they may have. We would also encourage you to contact us where you have any concerns.
Further information and support
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/sex-relationships/sexual-behaviour-children/
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