Pastoral and Safeguarding Support

At St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, the Safeguarding Manager works closely with families to ensure that children receive the full support they need to thrive both in school and at home. The school places great importance on building strong, positive relationships with families so that parents and carers feel involved in their children’s learning and wellbeing.

The school aims to identify any concerns or difficulties at the earliest possible stage and to remove any barriers to learning that may prevent pupils from reaching their full potential. Concerns are addressed promptly, and the school works with families to find the best possible solutions. Practical support, including helping families access assistance from external agencies, is also an important part of the school’s pastoral provision.

Areas of Support

The Safeguarding Manager, Mrs Danson, commonly provides help and guidance in the following areas:

• Child protection – prevention, protection and support

• Attendance and punctuality concerns

• Family support, including a wide range of home or family-related issues

• Behaviour support and management

• Emotional support, including help with anger management and counselling

• Referrals and links to specialist external agencies where needed

• Providing a listening ear for children and their families

• Medical support and guidance

• Transition support between key stages, particularly when starting primary school or moving to high school

• Bereavement or other loss

Through this support, the school seeks to ensure that every child feels safe, supported and ready to learn.