Intensive Support (safeguarding)

Safeguarding – Working together to ensure that we are doing everything we can so that learners, staff and visitors to our site are protected from harm and feel safe.

The Government provides statutory guidance on how to achieve this in addition to local strategies and procedures outlined by the authorities we work very closely with. It is important to us that everyone who comes to the East Riding College feels safe, supported and valued.

The following links will provide you with useful information and important contact details.

Drugs and Alcohol

Referrals can be made over the phone 01482 336 675 or via email ([email protected]). More information can be found on the below link.

Mental Health Services

For advice and support, visit the webpage below for a list of different resources. Call The Samaritans on 116 123 (available to speak 24/7 any day, anytime) or email [email protected]

Accommodation

Follow the link for more information on housing related support services.

Child Exploitation and Online Protection

• We have procedures in place for those who access our site including ID badges displayed by staff, learners and visitors. Anybody failing to display their ID badge is challenged.
• East Riding College has a Multi-agency Prevent Board.
• We have strong partnerships with each of the Local Authorities we work with, as well as Social Services and the Police
• East Riding College has a safeguarding committee that meets once a month and is attended by our Governors responsible for safeguarding. We also hold safeguarding operations meetings once a month.
• The Intensive Support Team attend Child Protection Conferences, Core Groups, Child in Need meetings, Strategy meetings, LAC reviews and PEP meetings in order to fully support our learners.
• The Intensive Support Team works with a range of statutory, voluntary and community organisations to ensure that our learners are safeguarded in a way that meets their individual needs and circumstances.
• We have robust internet filters and monitoring in place.
• The Institute has a robust Safeguarding Policy which is updated regularly throughout the year.
• Visit our Safety Centre for advice and to report directly to CEOP, by clicking on the CEOP logo. https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/

Tamarra Taylor

Executive Director of Learner Services

Jennifer Rhind

Safeguarding Lead

Need more Safeguarding Information?

If you are looking to gain further information about safeguarding at the TEC Partnership, please visit https://tecpartnership.com/safeguarding/

Inclusion Team

The inclusion team provides assistance in the classroom, workshop, or examination hall. Learners indicating a need for such support on their application form will undergo assessment and receive suitable assistance in a supportive and empathetic manner.

The services provided by the inclusion team include:

• Practical advice and support for physical disabilities and specified learning difficulties such as ADD, AHD, Asperger’s, dyslexia and other medical or mental health conditions
• Support for visual or hearing impairments
• Support in the classroom and in the wider Institute environment
• Help to access specialist equipment for your course

Success Coaches

Success Coaches are here to help you with any aspect of your student life, including any issues or concerns that you may have.

Each full-time learner will be assigned a Success Coach, tasked with providing pastoral support, monitoring academic progress, and overseeing overall welfare, offering guidance throughout your journey at East Riding College. Regular meetings with your Success Coach will be scheduled to assess progress and establish targets, aiding both short-term and long-term goals.

These sessions also offer a valuable chance to address any extra support you might need, covering:

• Worries about your course
• Additional learning support needs
• Self-esteem and confidence
• Plans for the future
• Financial difficulties
• Health issues (physical, mental or emotional)
• Family and home issues
• Friends and relationships

Success Coaches are also available to support learners in their chosen path of progression, whether it involves further education, university applications, apprenticeships, or employment. Additionally, your Success Coach will conduct weekly group tutorial sessions for your class, addressing various topics related to personal development.

Counselling Service

We have a dedicated counsellor who offers all learners access to a confidential counselling service, covering all aspects of mental health and emotional wellbeing. If this is something you feel you may be interested in, then please contact 0345 120 0044.