Safeguarding Policy Statement

Emotionally Healthy Minds (EHM) is committed to the safety and welfare of the children in our care. 

We recruit responsibly, ensuring that the self-employed tutors and coaches working with EHM are highly qualified to work with children and are enhanced DBS checked.

EHM fully acknowledges our responsibilities for child protection and recognise that through our contact with children, we are well placed to identify signs of risk and harm.

Our Key Principles

The child’s welfare is paramount at all times.

• We are inclusive. Children are safe and secure and have equal rights regardless of age, race, religion/belief, disability, gender, or sexual orientation
• All allegations of abuse will be responded to in a speedy and appropriate way
• Where necessary, we will work with the relevant outside agencies, children, parents and carers to ensure that the needs of the children are met
• Everyone involved in EHM will be clear about their responsibilities and the contents of this document

All of our Tutors and Coaches

• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate (checked daily through the Update Service)
• Receive regular safeguarding training
• Are confident in identifying and responding to safeguarding concerns
• Follow our safeguarding and child protection policy and procedures at all times

We work closely with parents, schools and professionals to create safe environments where children and young people can thrive emotionally, socially and academically.

If you ever have a concern about a child’s welfare or safety in relation to our service, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead directly:

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL):
Sarah Petherick
Email: sarah@emotionallyhealthyminds.com
Phone: 07793 742917

A full copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available upon request.