Every child in our care is safe.
Safeguarding is the foundation of everything we do. Our policies are robust, our team is trained, and our practice meets statutory requirements across all provision.
A whole-organisation safeguarding culture
Tuition Extra is committed to creating and maintaining safe environments in which all children and young people can thrive. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is the responsibility of every member of our team — regardless of role.
We work with some of the most vulnerable young people in Kent. Safeguarding is not a separate strand of our practice — it is embedded in every decision, every environment, and every relationship we build.
Our arrangements meet the requirements of KCSIE, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and the Children Acts 1989 and 2004. All provision is OFSTED-aligned.
Key safeguarding principles
- Every child's welfare is paramount
- All staff receive regular safeguarding training
- All staff are DBS-checked before starting work with children
- We work to safer recruitment standards throughout
- We operate within the Working Together to Safeguard Children framework
- A Designated Safeguarding Lead is in post across all provision
- Deputy DSLs are trained and available whenever the lead is unavailable
- We work in multi-agency partnership to protect children
- Any allegation against a staff member is taken seriously and reported appropriately
- Single Central Record is maintained and up to date at all times
Our Designated Safeguarding Leads
A qualified DSL is available across all Tuition Extra provision. All referrals, concerns, and disclosures are handled in line with statutory guidance.
Reporting a safeguarding concern
If you have a concern about a child in our care — or any child — please contact us or the appropriate statutory body. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility.
If a child is in immediate danger
Call 999 immediately. Do not delay.
Our Group DSL
Emma Sedgwick
Group Designated Safeguarding Lead
07923 447 679 safeguarding@tuition-extra.co.ukKent County Council
Children's Social Care
To refer a child directly to children's social care in Kent.
03000 41 11 11Safer recruitment
All staff and volunteers are subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, identity verification, and reference checks before working with children. No one begins unsupervised work until all checks are complete.
Single Central Record
Our Single Central Record is maintained and reviewed regularly, covering all staff, volunteers, and regular visitors across all settings.
Safeguarding training
Every team member receives safeguarding training on induction, with regular refresher cycles. Our Thrive training deepens understanding of adverse childhood experiences and trauma.
Multi-agency working
We work collaboratively with social workers, designated teachers, and other professionals. Our DSL is available to all agencies involved in a child's care.
Reporting and escalation
Concerns are responded to promptly and in line with statutory guidance. We inform relevant partners in a timely manner and share information appropriately under GDPR.
KCSIE-aligned
All provision is aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children, and the Children Acts 1989 and 2004.
Core safeguarding documents
Our core safeguarding policies, reviewed regularly and available to download.
Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
Our approach to keeping children and young people safe, responsibilities under Working Together to Safeguard Children, and procedures for reporting and responding to concerns.
Last reviewed: September 2025
Adult Safeguarding Policy
Our duties and procedures for safeguarding adults at risk, in line with the Care Act 2014 and associated guidance.
Last reviewed: December 2025
Safer Recruitment Policy
Our approach to recruiting staff and volunteers who work with children, including DBS checks, references, and interview procedures.
Last reviewed: September 2025
SEND Policy
Our approach to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including EHCP implementation and reviewing support.
Last reviewed: October 2025
Questions about our safeguarding arrangements?
Call 01227 935773 or email safeguarding@tuition-extra.co.uk. Our DSL is available to speak with all professionals involved in a child's care.