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Safeguarding Policy

 

 

Restart Ready Training Ltd

 

Last updated: 14/12/2025

 

Restart Ready Training Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff, and participants. We recognise our responsibility to provide a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for everyone who engages with our services.

 

This policy applies to all staff, tutors, volunteers, contractors, and anyone working on behalf of Restart Ready Training Ltd.

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1. Our Commitment to Safeguarding

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We are committed to:

 

  • Protecting individuals from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation

  • Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment

  • Acting promptly on safeguarding concerns

  • Working in line with UK safeguarding legislation and guidance

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Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

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2. Scope of This Policy

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This policy applies to:

 

  • Adult learners (including vulnerable adults)

  • Staff and tutors

  • Visitors, contractors, and partners

  • Online, in-person, and VR-based training delivery

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3. Definitions

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Safeguarding: Protecting individuals’ health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from abuse, harm, and neglect.

 

Vulnerable Adult: An adult who may be at increased risk of harm due to factors such as mental health challenges, learning difficulties, disability, illness, social circumstances, or financial hardship.

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4. Types of Abuse and Harm

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Restart Ready recognises the following forms of abuse and harm:

 

  • Physical abuse

  • Emotional or psychological abuse

  • Sexual abuse

  • Financial or material abuse

  • Neglect or acts of omission

  • Discriminatory abuse

  • Domestic abuse

  • Exploitation (including modern slavery and coercion)

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5. Safeguarding Roles and Responsibilities

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Safeguarding Lead

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Restart Ready Training Ltd has a designated Safeguarding Lead responsible for:

 

  • Receiving and managing safeguarding concerns

  • Making referrals to appropriate authorities where necessary

  • Maintaining confidential safeguarding records

  • Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed

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Safeguarding Lead: [Name / Job Title]

Contact Email: [safeguarding@yourdomain.co.uk or main email]

 

All staff and tutors must:

  • Remain vigilant to safeguarding concerns

  • Report concerns immediately

  • Follow this policy and related procedures

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6. Safer Recruitment

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Restart Ready Training Ltd is committed to safer recruitment practices, including:

 

  • Appropriate identity checks

  • Right-to-work checks

  • Enhanced DBS checks where required

  • Verification of qualifications and experience

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All staff working with learners are expected to uphold professional boundaries at all times.

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7. Recognising Safeguarding Concerns

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Safeguarding concerns may include:

 

  • Changes in behaviour or mood

  • Signs of distress, anxiety, or withdrawal

  • Disclosure of abuse or harm

  • Poor attendance linked to personal circumstances

  • Financial or housing difficulties impacting wellbeing

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Learners are encouraged to speak to a tutor or safeguarding contact if they feel unsafe or concerned.

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8. Reporting Safeguarding Concerns

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If a safeguarding concern arises:

 

  1. The concern must be reported immediately to the Safeguarding Lead

  2. The Safeguarding Lead will assess the concern and take appropriate action

  3. Where necessary, referrals will be made to:

    • Local Authority Adult Safeguarding Teams

    • Social Services

    • Police or emergency services

    • Relevant support organisations

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Confidentiality will be maintained, except where disclosure is required to protect an individual from harm.

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9. Online and VR Safeguarding

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Restart Ready recognises the importance of safeguarding in digital and VR environments.

 

We ensure:

 

  • Clear guidance on appropriate behaviour in virtual learning spaces

  • Supervised VR use where appropriate

  • Prompt action if learners experience distress or discomfort

  • Safe and respectful communication standards

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Learners can stop or pause VR activities at any time.

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10. Prevent Duty

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Restart Ready Training Ltd is committed to the Prevent Duty and works to:

 

  • Promote tolerance, respect, and inclusion

  • Challenge extremist views appropriately

  • Report concerns related to radicalisation or extremism in line with statutory guidance

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11. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

 

Safeguarding is embedded within our commitment to equality and diversity.

We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or victimisation of any kind.

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12. Confidentiality and Record Keeping

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Safeguarding records are:

 

  • Stored securely

  • Accessed only by authorised personnel

  • Retained in line with legal and regulatory requirements

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Information is shared only on a need-to-know basis.

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13. Training and Awareness

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All staff and tutors:

 

  • Receive safeguarding awareness training

  • Are familiar with this policy and reporting procedures

  • Understand their responsibilities in protecting learners

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14. Review of This Policy

 

This Safeguarding Policy is reviewed regularly to ensure it remains effective and compliant with current legislation and guidance.

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15. Contact Information

 

 

If you have a safeguarding concern or require further information, please contact:

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Restart Readay Training Ltd

Safeguarding Lead:

Email:

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In an emergency, contact 999

 

Restart Ready Training Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and staff.

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