Le Roux SEND Group
Last Updated: April 2026

1. Statement of Commitment

Le Roux SEND Group is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable individuals.

We recognise our responsibility to:

• Protect children from harm
• Act in the best interests of the child at all times
• Respond appropriately to concerns or disclosures

Safeguarding is at the core of all services we provide.

2. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to:

• All services delivered by Le Roux SEND Group
• All interactions with children, young people, and families
• All communication (online and in person)

3. Definition of Safeguarding

Safeguarding means:

• Protecting children from abuse and neglect
• Preventing harm to health or development
• Ensuring children grow up in safe and effective care
• Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes

4. Types of Abuse

We recognise the following categories of abuse:

• Physical Abuse – causing physical harm
• Emotional Abuse – persistent emotional harm or distress
• Sexual Abuse – involvement in sexual activity
• Neglect – failure to meet basic needs

We also recognise additional safeguarding concerns such as:

• Child exploitation
• Online safety risks
• Domestic abuse
• Mental health concerns

5. Our Responsibilities

Le Roux SEND Group will:

• Maintain a safe and professional environment at all times
• Act on any safeguarding concerns promptly
• Record concerns accurately and factually
• Follow appropriate safeguarding procedures
• Work in line with current safeguarding legislation and guidance

6. Safeguarding Lead

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is:

[Your Name]
Le Roux SEND Group

The DSL is responsible for:

• Managing safeguarding concerns
• Making referrals where necessary
• Keeping safeguarding knowledge up to date

7. Recognising Concerns

Safeguarding concerns may arise through:

• Direct disclosure from a child or young person
• Observations of behaviour or presentation
• Information shared by parents or professionals
• Written or verbal communication

All concerns are taken seriously.

8. Responding to a Disclosure

If a child or individual discloses information:

We will:

• Listen carefully and calmly
• Take the disclosure seriously
• Reassure the individual they have done the right thing
• Avoid asking leading questions
• Record the information accurately

We will not:

• Promise confidentiality
• Investigate the situation ourselves

9. Reporting and Escalation

Where a safeguarding concern is identified:

• A record will be made as soon as possible
• The concern will be assessed
• If necessary, a referral will be made to:
  • Local Authority Children’s Services
  • Safeguarding teams
  • Emergency services (if immediate risk)

We may share information without consent where there is a risk of harm.

10. Confidentiality

• Information will be handled sensitively and shared on a need-to-know basis only
• Confidentiality will be respected unless a safeguarding concern requires disclosure

11. Online Safeguarding

As services may be delivered online:

• Sessions will be conducted in a professional and appropriate manner
• Communication will remain within agreed platforms
• No inappropriate contact or communication will occur outside of agreed boundaries

12. Professional Boundaries

We maintain clear professional boundaries to ensure safeguarding:

• No personal relationships with clients
• Communication remains professional at all times
• Contact outside agreed services is limited

13. Working with Parents and Carers

We aim to:

• Work collaboratively with parents and carers
• Share concerns appropriately
• Act in the best interests of the child at all times

14. Safer Working Practice

Le Roux SEND Group commits to:

• Maintaining professional conduct at all times
• Keeping appropriate records
• Undertaking relevant safeguarding training and updates

15. Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed annually or in line with changes to safeguarding legislation and guidance.

16. Contact Information

If you have any safeguarding concerns related to our services, please contact:

Le Roux SEND Group
Email: admin@lerouxsend.com

If a child is in immediate danger, please contact emergency services.