University of Bath Safeguarding Policy
This Policy addresses all aspects of safeguarding. For the purposes of this Policy the term “the University” is deemed to include the Students’ Union.
The policies and guidance below set out the arrangements for ensuring the safety and welfare of children and adults at risk of harm whilst on the University's premises or while engaging in activities controlled by the University.
This Policy addresses all aspects of safeguarding. For the purposes of this Policy the term “the University” is deemed to include the Students’ Union.
This page provides the contact details for the University designated safeguarding lead, and for the nominated safeguarding officers.
These policies cover the activities of specific departments.
Read the Campus Services guidance on safeguarding.
Read the Department of Sports Development & Recreation policy on safeguarding while using the sports facilities.
Read the Student Recruitment and Admissions Safeguarding Guidance – Recruitment and Outreach Activity
Read The Students’ Union (THE SU) Safeguarding policy.
Read the nursery's policy on safeguarding children.
These pages offer guidance for students and the parents and guardians of students who may be under 18 when they enter university or have a criminal conviction.
This policy is in relation to the admission and support we offer for students under the age of 18.
This procedure outlines our approach to applicants who hold a criminal conviction, caution, reprimand or warning.
Read The Students’ Union (THE SU) Safeguarding policy.
Read the guidance for members of staff dealing with those aged between 14 and 18 years of age who may spend short periods of time at the University on work experience.
This guide outlines the new process for organising and managing safe, rewarding work experience placements for young people aged between 16 and 17 years old.
Guidelines for staff supervising and working with those undertaking work experience.
Information for those who need to complete a DBS check as part of their role
Refer to the list of roles which require a DBS check to be carried out.
Read the guidance to understand what is required from you to complete a DBS check as part of your role.
Understand the reason for carrying out DBS checks and the different types of checks required.
Read the guidance for staff and staff applicants.
Read the guidance to understand what is required from you to complete a DBS check as part of your role.
Use this guidance to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place at all times.
This policy explains the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to assess applicants’ suitability for positions of trust.
This document has the status of guidance and is intended to be used as a reference for managers and countersignatories for Disclosure and Barring Service.
This policy statement provides information on the Secure Storage, Handling, Use, Retention & Disposal of Disclosures & Disclosure Information.
If you have any questions or wish to report a safeguarding issue, please contact us by email.