The definition of safeguarding, as per the Working Together to Safeguard Children Legislation 2023, is:

• Protecting children from maltreatment.
• Preventing impairment of children’s health or development.
• Ensuring that children are growing up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care.
• Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes.

Essentially, safeguarding is how you ensure the safety of the children in your care. It is the responsibility of every professional that comes into contact with a child, not simply those who work in education.

Knowing the key legislation and policy ensures that you are able to do all you can to protect the children in your care.

Safeguarding team at St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Headteacher: Mrs Pignatiello (Level 3 Trained)

Deputy Headteachers:

Mrs O’Brien (Lead DSL) Designated Safeguarding Lead,

Mrs Thompson (DDSL) Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Assistant Headteachers (Level 3 Trained):

 Miss Lankester (UKS2),

Mrs Purice (LKS2),

Mrs Montgomerie (KS1),

Mrs Hinds (EYFS).

Inclusion and Safeguarding Officer: Mrs Latham (Level 3Trained).

Out of School Club Safeguarding Officer: Mrs Conroy (Level 3 Trained).

IT Safeguarding Officer: Mrs Moore-Martin (Level 3 Trained).

Link Governor: Ann Brownsell

Safeguarding Email: safeguarding@st-johnfisher.harrow.sch.uk