This privilege carries with it the burden of responsibility. Therefore, safeguarding must be at the core of our work.
Reporting Concerns
If you believe that a child or adult has suffered or is in immediate risk of suffering significant harm you must contact police immediately by dialling “999”.
For non-urgent concerns requiring other consideration please contact:
Barbara Bell – NOAH Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
01582 728416 barbara.bell@noahenterprise.org
Our Safeguarding Commitment
NOAH is committed to:
- Actively promoting the empowerment and wellbeing of adults and children we may come into contact with
- Recognising that everyone has the right to live their life free from violence, fear and abuse
- Recognising that adults and children have the right to be protected from harm and exploitation
Safeguarding is carried out within the framework set out in the Care Act 2014 Social Service, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018 and other associated statutory and best practice guidance.
We liaise closely and openly with statutory agencies to ensure all concerns or allegations of abuse that are raised are promptly reported and responded to, victims supported and perpetrators held to account.
Our safeguarding policies and procedures reflect those of the local authorities in which we operate.
Anyone who brings concerns or allegations to the notice of NOAH will be responded to sensitively, respectfully and seriously in a timely manner. In line with the Public Disclosures Act of 1998, anyone with a safeguarding concern may report such concern made in good faith without fear of repercussion.
Accountability
The Board of Trustees is ultimately responsible for the development and effective implementation of all safeguarding policies and procedures.
Those responsible for day-to-day implementation of safeguarding policies are:
- Safeguarding Sub Committee
- Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads
Documents and Resources
NOAH Staff and Volunteers can view all Safeguarding Policies & Procedures by logging into the NOAH shared drives.
If you are a member of the public and would like to view any of our Safeguarding Policies, please email info@noahenterprise.org for further information.
