Dunstable in Bloom
Safeguarding at a Glance
Our Commitment
Everyone has the right to be safe. Dunstable in Bloom is committed to protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm, abuse and neglect.
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Recognise Abuse
Abuse can be:
• Physical – hitting, pushing, neglecting care needs
• Sexual – assault, exploitation, grooming
• Emotional – bullying, intimidation, threats
• Financial – theft, exploitation
• Neglect – not meeting basic needs
• Discriminatory – racism, sexism, disability-related harassment
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If You Have a Concern
1. Listen – stay calm, take the concern seriously.
2. Reassure – thank them for speaking up, never blame them.
3. Do not promise secrecy – explain you must share this to keep them safe.
4. Report immediately to the Nominated Safeguarding Lead (NSL).
5. Record – write down what happened as soon as possible (within 48 hrs).
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Never
• Investigate yourself
• Confront the alleged abuser
• Share information with others unnecessarily
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Key Contacts
Nominated Safeguarding Lead (NSL):
Liz Jones, Chair, 07828 864440
Deputy NSL:
Pam Ghent, Vice-Chair, 07598 791928
Local Services
• Adults: 0300 300 8122 (Out of hours: 0300 300 8123)
• Children: 0300 300 8585 (Out of hours: 0300 300 8123)
• NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000 | help@nspcc.org.uk
• Emergency: 999
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Remember
👉 Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
👉 If in doubt — report it.
Our full safeguarding policy can be found here
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