Safeguarding at Tute Education
Our commitment to
protecting students
At Tute, safeguarding is a fundamental part of our mission to provide safe, high-quality online learning environments. We are committed to the welfare of every student we support, and we believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. All Tute staff, from teachers to administrators, are DBS-checked and trained to identify and report safeguarding concerns effectively.
We actively foster a culture of safeguarding across all aspects of our service.
We understand that creating a secure environment is vital for young people to feel safe, express concerns confidently, and thrive in their education.
How we ensure safeguarding excellence
Our safeguarding promise at a glance
With students at the core of everything we do, safeguarding is a fundamental part of our mission to create safe and supportive online learning environments. We work closely with local authorities, schools, and non-mainstream settings across the UK to promote the welfare of all children in our care.
Creating a culture of safeguarding
We embed safeguarding in every aspect of our work, ensuring that children and young people feel safe, supported, and confident to learn.
Providing a safe online learning environment
Our platform and programmes are designed with safety in mind, creating secure online spaces for all students.
Fulfilling our statutory responsibilities
We rigorously identify students who may need extra help or who are at risk, and act promptly to provide the necessary support.
Promoting safeguarding awareness
We actively educate young people about their safety and wellbeing, empowering them to protect themselves.
Ensuring comprehensive DBS checks
All staff are signed up to the DBS update service, guaranteeing ongoing compliance and vigilance.
Reporting a safeguarding concern
While safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility at Tute, our safeguarding team is here to provide support and accountability. If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact:
- Email: safeguarding@tute.com
- Phone: 01978 359 030
Ask to speak confidentially to our designated safeguarding leads.
For concerns specifically related to online safety or exploitation, please also refer to the CEOP Safety Centre.
Rob Hughes
Hollie McFarlane
Our safeguarding framework
Tute's safeguarding policies and procedures are regularly updated in line with legislation and statutory guidance. Our policies outline the actions all staff must take if they have concerns or receive disclosures from a child.
Key elements include:
Safeguarding policy
Code of conduct
Whistleblowing policy
Regular training and development
Safeguarding letter of assurance
Our policies
Training and development
We ensure that all staff receive comprehensive safeguarding and child protection training, which is regularly updated. This commitment equips our team with the relevant skills and knowledge needed to safeguard children effectively and confidently.
Data protection
Our commitment to safeguarding extends to data protection. We ensure that all personal data is handled in accordance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Read our Privacy policy to learn more.
Online safety
We prioritise online safety by incorporating e-safety education into our curriculum. Dedicated e-safety lessons help students learn how to use the internet safely and critically. We also encourage students, parents, and guardians to familiarise themselves with additional resources, such as the CEOP Safety Centre, where concerns about online exploitation or abuse can be reported.
Safer recruitment
At Tute, we follow safer recruitment practices to ensure that every individual we hire is suitable to work with children and young people.
Our recruitment process includes:
Thorough pre-employment checks:
including identity, qualifications, right to work in the UK, and references.
Enhanced DBS checks:
all staff must undergo enhanced DBS checks or international equivalents and sign up for the DBS update service.
Commitment to equality and diversity:
we select candidates who demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and equality in education.
