Every child, every voice, every day – we prioritise safety, support and wellbeing.
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Family Support Worker
| Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): | Mrs Fort |
| Deputy DSL: | Miss Israr |
| Family Support Worker: | Mrs Withnell |
Phone: 01282 681950
Email: safeguarding@burnleyhigh.com
You can view or download our latest Safeguarding Handbook here.
This flow chart shows our process after a safeguarding concern.
The safeguarding of students is our top priority at Burnley High School. We are incredibly proud to say that Ofsted recognised the safeguarding of students as one of the school’s biggest strengths.
We believe that a safe environment is essential for learners to grow and develop as well-rounded, happy individuals. Staff are regularly trained in safeguarding and kept up to date with national and local issues to ensure they are confident in identifying and supporting our learners.
At BHS, all senior leaders are trained to Level 3 in safeguarding, and our designated safeguarding lead, Mrs Fort, supports some of our more vulnerable students and families, working closely with the pastoral team and external agencies.
Our personal development programme educates students on keeping safe, both in the community and online. We invite external speakers and charities into school and run sessions on appropriate behaviour and online safety.
We regularly conduct safeguarding audits and work with external auditors and other schools within our trust to share best practice.
We use CPOMS to record safeguarding concerns so leaders can identify issues early and provide timely intervention. Our mantra is “If in doubt, there is no doubt – report.”
Where necessary, we use outside agencies to support students and their families.
If you have any concerns regarding safeguarding, please contact our designated safeguarding lead, Mrs Fort, or our deputy, Miss Lewis, on 01282 681950.
Alternatively, email safeguarding@burnleyhigh.com.
Burnley High School participates in Operation Encompass, a police and education information-sharing partnership that enables us to support young people affected by domestic abuse.
Our key adult is Mrs Fort, our designated safeguarding lead, supported by Miss Lewis, head teacher, and Mrs Withnell, family support worker.
Key adults are notified by the police before 9 am if a student has been involved in a domestic incident. The information is shared in confidence so we can provide support quickly and sensitively.
We are committed to offering the best possible care, guidance and protection for our students and their families.
Mrs Nixon
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