We place much emphasis on our pastoral responsibility for the young people in our care and the welfare of the child is paramount.

All members of St. Patrick's & St. Brigid's College staff, both teaching and support, are trained in child protection, are alert to the possible signs of child abuse and are aware of the guidelines and procedures to follow if abuse is suspected.

The Safeguarding Team is as follows:

• Designated Teacher - Mr B Rainey
• Deputy Designated Teacher - Mr P McCullagh
• Designated Governor for Child Protection - Mr C Deeny
• Chair of the Board of Governors - Ms H Crossan

Support Services in school

• Learning Mentor (Yr. 8, 9 & 10) – Ethel
• Wellbeing Lead (Yr. 11 & Yr. 12) – Blinne
• Counsellor - Michaela

Additional Support Agencies

• Childline – 0800 1111 -  www.childline.org.uk
• NSPCC – 020 7825 2500 - www.nspcc.org.uk
• Action for Children – 0300 1232112  - www.actionforchildren.org.uk

Parents/guardians are asked to contact the designated teacher/deputy designated teacher if they have any concerns in the first instance.

A copy of the child protection policy can be found in the policies section of this website.