Safeguarding

The University of Derby's Safeguarding Policy and procedures.

How to report a safeguarding concern

Safeguarding is everybody's role and responsibility here at the University of Derby. 

The University of Derby has a Safeguarding team and it is important to notify them as soon as possible, including the details you have around the individual. A member of the team will triage your concern and take appropriate action. We are committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk, and we respond promptly to reports. However, these reports will only be received and responded to during the working hours of the University.

Report a concern

If there is an immediate risk to life, violence, or a crime has been or is being committed or other emergency situations, you must contact 999 immediately, and inform Security on 01332 597777 and the Designated Safeguarding Lead on 07468 743374.

Report a safeguarding concern

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Higher education concerns

Raise a concern

Online Learning support services
Further education and apprenticeship concerns

Raise a concern

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Students on placement, online or overseas

Raise a concern for our students on placements, field trips or outside the UK

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Safeguarding Policy

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

View our Safeguarding Policy and appendixView our Safeguarding Policy and appendix
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Further Education (FE) students and apprenticeship students.

For Further Education (FE) students at Buxton and Leek College (BLC) and all apprentices (including Degree apprentices across BLC), check the BLC webpage.

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Safeguarding and Support Polices

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PREVENT

Find out more about our commitment to the Prevent Duty

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Local Area Safeguarding Officers

The Local Safeguarding Officers (LoSOs) provide first-line support and advice on safeguarding issues within teams around the University.

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Harassment and Sexual Misconduct

Find out how we support our community around harassment and sexual misconduct

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Children on Campus Policy

Children on Campus Policy

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HE Students Under The Age of 18

Supporting our under 18 Higher Education Students

Student Services Support

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Student Services

Our friendly and approachable Student Life advisers can provide information, advice and guidance about the support available to you, and signpost you to relevant services.

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Support and Self Help

Have a look at other sources of support available.

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