Safeguarding
INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
Find out where to access support to help you stay safe and well, both in school and outside school, including a wide range of online resources and local support in Nottingham as well as links to urgent help in a crisis.
INFORMATION FOR ADULTS
Click on the link below to find out where to access support for your and your family to help you all stay safe and well, including a wide range of online resources and local support in Nottingham. The page includes information and support relating to:
- urgent help in a crisis
- Early Help – getting the right help at the right time
- mental health, wellbeing and online safety
- Public Health Nurse support
- Holiday activities and Foodbank information
- CAMHS and the Behaviour and Emotional Health Team
You can also contact the Safeguarding Team to help you access the right support: safeguarding@bulwellacademy.org.uk.
Safeguarding Support in School
“Safeguarding children because
every child matters”
All safeguarding concerns should be reported to the Safeguarding Team. Contact details are on the image above.
At THE BULWELL ACADEMY, we place the highest priority on safeguarding children.
Every year group has a Safeguarding assembly delivered weekly to ensure they are knowledgeable on specific areas of safeguarding.
To ensure all students are safe, we need the support of all staff, parents, visitors and our community. If you have any concerns or worries about the safety and welfare of our students, please inform the Safeguarding Team immediately. DO NOT KEEP CONCERNS TO YOURSELF.
The school is part of the Operation Encompass initiative. This provides school with a direct link to the local police force who can inform the school of any incidents of domestic violence in homes which affect our students. This vital link allows us to ensure that students are better protected and can be offered more support.
About the Safeguarding Team
Miss Amy Fuller
Vice Principal – Designated Safeguarding Lead
I am proud to lead a knowledgeable and hardworking safeguarding team who want the best outcomes for all Academy students.
The Safeguarding Team will support the children and families of The Bulwell Academy to ensure that barriers to education are removed and parents are signposted to the relevant support agencies. This support and assistance encourage our students to be aspirational, kind, and equipped with the social skills and knowledge to build positive futures.
Mr Matt Orridge
Senior Director of Achievement
E: safeguarding@bulwellacademy.org.uk
Since 2017, I have had the privilege of working at The Bulwell Academy in a variety of roles, providing me with a comprehensive understanding of all areas of school life. I have developed a strong commitment to safeguarding and have played an active role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students. I have built up close working relationships with staff, student and parents ensuring that appropriate support is in place.
I recognise the importance of creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where students feel heard, valued, and protected. I am deeply committed to fostering a culture of care within the Academy, where safeguarding is always a priority ensuring that every student feels secure in their school environment.
Mrs Manasi Dhavle
Safeguarding Officer
E: safeguarding@bulwellacademy.org.uk
To build a better future, we must first protect the children who will shape it. I am committed to not just keeping children safe but creating an environment where they can truly thrive.
A Masters degree in Psychology equips me with the expertise to understand children’s complex needs. It allows me to create strategies that promote their safety and growth. This means working closely with students, families, and external agencies to remove barriers that hinder a child’s ability to attend, engage, and thrive in school.
My approach is both compassionate and result-oriented—ensuring students feel supported and understood, while empowering them to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
PC Susan Kang
Schools & Early Intervention Officer
Nottinghamshire Police
susan.kang@nottspolice.uk
I have been a Police Officer for over 20 years and have had many roles within the Police Force during this time. I’ve been working with young people in schools since 2023.
As a Schools and Early Intervention Officer (SEIO), my role is vital in engaging with young people focusing on creating positive relationships. It’s important to build trust and confidence and guide young people towards making positive choices and deterring them from a life of crime.
My role is focused on crime prevention while delivering interventions and education support to prevent offending. I support young people in making positive choices while maintaining a point of contact between the police, schools, and community partners.
SEIOs are an integral part of schools’ safeguarding teams:
- Engaging with young people in schools to educate and raise awareness about crime prevention and safety.
- Delivering presentations on crime and crime prevention, focusing on topics such as anti-social behaviour (ASB), criminal damage, knife crime, joint enterprise, hate crime, and road safety
- Diverting young people from the criminal justice system by explaining the consequences of their actions and promoting legal and safe behaviour
- Building trust and confidence in the police among young people by providing guidance and support
- Facilitating the sharing of information between officers in charge (OIC) and schools to improve safeguarding
- Working with internal and external partners to ensure positive outcomes for young people
- Acting as a Cadet Leader and supporting volunteer Police Cadets on a rota basis
