Safeguarding – Keeping Children Safe at Plat Douet School

At Plat Douet, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels happy, secure and supported.

All children have the right to be protected from harm. We work together to ensure that all members of our school community – staff, parents, carers, governors and volunteers – understand their role in keeping children safe. We follow the guidance set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education in Jersey (2024), and work closely with the Jersey Safeguarding Partnership Board (JSPB) and other key agencies.

Our Commitment

We take a proactive and preventative approach to safeguarding. This means:

• Putting children’s needs and voices at the centre of all we do
• Promoting a culture where concerns are shared and acted upon quickly
• Ensuring all staff are regularly trained and up to date with Jersey safeguarding procedures
• Offering early help and support to families when needed
• Working with the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and relevant services where appropriate

We also teach children how to keep themselves safe – in school, online and in the wider community – through our curriculum and wider school life.

Our Safeguarding Team

Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is: Miss Lauren Achler

Our Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead(s) are: Mrs Jessica Cantell & Mrs Janice Mitchell

All staff, including supply and temporary staff, receive regular safeguarding training, and are aware of the signs of abuse and how to report concerns. Visitors to the school are also informed of our safeguarding procedures.

If You’re Worried About a Child

If you are ever concerned about the safety or wellbeing of a child at Plat Douet, please contact a member of the Safeguarding Team as soon as possible. You can speak to us in person or via the school office.

You can also contact the Children and Families Hub directly on:
01534 519000 or by email: childrenandfamilieshub@gov.je

For more details, please see our full Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.