Sandwell Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, both physical and emotional, of every pupil both inside and outside of the school premises. Sandwell Community School implements a whole-school preventative approach to managing safeguarding concerns, ensuring that the wellbeing of pupils is at the forefront of all action taken.
This policy sets out a clear and consistent framework for delivering this promise, in line with safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.

The DSL is: Natasha Taylor. In the absence of the DSL, child protection and safeguarding matters will be dealt with by Sarah Colclough, the Designated Deputy Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and Pastoral Manager.