Policies

Policies

Safeguarding and Protection

Safeguarding is central to our company and service. We follow:

Local Safeguarding Children Partnership procedures

Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance

Safeguarding Lead

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is trained to Level 3 safeguarding and oversees:

Child protection referrals

Allegations management

Multi-agency liaison

Ofsted notifications (where required)

Risk Management

Each young person has:

Individual risk assessment

Safety planning

Missing from home protocol

Exploitation awareness planning

Support Arrangements

Within 5 working days of admission, each young person receives:

Individual Support Plan

Risk Assessment

Pathway to Independence Plan

Keywork Support

Minimum frequency:

Weekly for 16–17 year olds

Fortnightly (minimum) for 18+

Support areas include:

Budgeting and financial skills

Cooking and nutrition

Tenancy readiness

Emotional wellbeing

Education, Employment and Training

Access to healthcare

Community engagement

Behaviour Support and Boundaries

We operate a restorative and trauma-informed approach.

No use of physical restraint (as supported accommodation is not a care setting)

Clear house rules

Anti-bullying policy

Positive behaviour reinforcement

Health and Safety

We ensure compliance with:

Annual Gas Safety Certificate

Electrical safety inspections

Fire risk assessments

Legionella risk assessments

Each young person has a:

Private bedroom

Lockable storage

Safe and secure living environment

Regular fire drills are conducted.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We promote equality in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Provide culturally sensitive support

Respect religious and dietary needs

Promote LGBTQ+ inclusion

Challenge discrimination

Quality Assurance and Monitoring

We monitor quality through:

Monthly case audits

Incident trend analysis

Staff supervision

Young person feedback

Annual review of Statement of Purpose

We notify Ofsted of significant events as required under regulations.