Safeguarding in Education

Development of a ‘Safeguarding in Education’ Strategic delivery group

A significant priority from 2023 onwards has been the development of a ‘Safeguarding in Education’ Strategic delivery group, with broad aims to be developed in line with reducing persistent school absence, where safeguarding is a concern, ensuring children of school age are protected from Neglect and exploitation and increasing the involvement of education within the safeguarding arena in Rotherham.

The RSCP will be publishing a Safeguarding in Education Vision which will be shared here.

Learn more about Safeguarding in Education

Learn more about how we work with Education Settings to safeguard children in Rotherham.

Our Priorities

The RSCP currently works to the following strategic priorities to ensure that the children of Rotherham are safeguarded by multi-agency partners.

  • Child Exploitation

    Preventing and responding to criminal and sexual exploitation, improving safety in communities, and addressing defined risks including extremism.

  • Neglect

    Reducing the incidence of neglect through early help, consistent professional practice, and better awareness of signs, risks, and routes to support.

  • Safeguarding in Education

    Working with education partners and the statutory agencies to address risks for children in school and those not currently receiving a school education.

  • Performance, Practice and Learning

    Using data and quality assurance to drive improvement, target partnership activity, and deliver training and shared learning across the system.