Safeguarding

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1. Introduction

Trinity Education Centre (“Trinity Education”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is central to our work as an education consultancy and tutor introduction service.

Trinity Education

Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

Last updated: February 2026

Trinity Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is central to all our work, and we maintain rigorous procedures in line with UK safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.

This policy applies to all tutors, consultants, staff, and representatives working with or through Trinity Education.

This policy is informed by:

  • Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025

  • Children Act 1989 and 2004

  • Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023

  • Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006

  • UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018

1. Safeguarding Commitment

Trinity Education is committed to:

  • Protecting children and vulnerable individuals from harm

  • Ensuring safe recruitment and vetting of tutors

  • Maintaining ongoing safeguarding oversight

  • Responding promptly and appropriately to safeguarding concerns

  • Promoting safe, professional tutor-client relationships

We take safeguarding extremely seriously and expect the highest professional standards from all tutors working with Trinity Education.

2. Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

The Designated Safeguarding Lead for Trinity Education is:

Sophie Hay
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Trinity Education
Email: info@trinityedu.co
Phone: +44 2080508937

The DSL is responsible for:

  • Overseeing safeguarding procedures

  • Managing safeguarding concerns and reports

  • Maintaining safeguarding records

  • Ensuring safer recruitment compliance

  • Liaising with external safeguarding authorities where required

3. Scope of Safeguarding

This policy applies to safeguarding:

  • Children under the age of 18

  • Young people receiving educational support

  • Vulnerable adults receiving educational or consultancy services

Safeguarding includes protection from:

  • Physical abuse

  • Emotional abuse

  • Sexual abuse

  • Neglect

  • Exploitation

  • Grooming

  • Financial or psychological harm

4. Trinity Education’s Role

Trinity Education operates as an education consultancy and tutor introduction service.

We are responsible for:

  • Vetting tutors prior to introduction

  • Conducting safeguarding and suitability checks

  • Monitoring safeguarding compliance

  • Responding to safeguarding concerns

Tutors are independent professionals but are required to meet Trinity Education’s safeguarding standards.

5. Safer Recruitment Procedures

Trinity Education operates safer recruitment procedures in line with KCSIE guidance.

Before working with Trinity Education, tutors must provide:

  • Proof of identity

  • Proof of address

  • Verified qualifications

  • Full employment and education history

  • Curriculum vitae

  • A minimum of two professional references

  • Enhanced DBS certification where appropriate

References must:

  • Be from professional or academic referees

  • Confirm suitability to work with children or vulnerable individuals

  • Be verified directly where necessary

Trinity Education reserves the right to refuse engagement where safeguarding standards are not met.

6. DBS Checks and Ongoing Safeguarding Monitoring

All tutors working with Trinity Education must:

  • Hold a valid Enhanced DBS certificate where appropriate

  • Register with the DBS Update Service where available

  • Maintain a clear and suitable safeguarding record

  • Immediately disclose any relevant criminal investigation, caution, or conviction

Trinity Education conducts ongoing safeguarding compliance monitoring, including:

  • Monthly DBS status checks via the DBS Update Service where available

  • Ongoing safeguarding suitability reviews

  • Periodic compliance and safeguarding verification

Tutors who fail to maintain safeguarding clearance will be immediately suspended or removed.

Trinity Education reserves the right to request updated DBS checks at any time.

7. Tutor Safeguarding Responsibilities

All tutors must:

  • Maintain professional boundaries at all times

  • Treat students with respect and dignity

  • Provide a safe and appropriate learning environment

  • Never engage in inappropriate, exploitative, or unsafe behaviour

  • Report safeguarding concerns immediately

Tutors must never:

  • Engage in inappropriate communication

  • Meet students outside agreed educational contexts without parental consent

  • Share inappropriate content

  • Develop inappropriate personal relationships

8. Reporting Safeguarding Concerns

Any safeguarding concern must be reported immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Concerns may include:

  • Suspected abuse

  • Inappropriate tutor behaviour

  • Safeguarding risks

  • Student welfare concerns

Reports will be handled confidentially and appropriately.

Trinity Education will take immediate action where safeguarding risks are identified, including:

  • Suspension or removal of tutors

  • Notification of relevant authorities where required

9. Professional Conduct and Safeguarding Standards

All tutors must maintain the highest professional standards.

Failure to comply with safeguarding requirements may result in:

  • Immediate termination of engagement

  • Removal from Trinity Education’s network

  • Reporting to relevant authorities where appropriate

10. Data Protection and Confidentiality

Safeguarding information is handled in accordance with:

  • UK GDPR

  • Data Protection Act 2018

Safeguarding information will be shared only where necessary to protect individuals.

11. Ongoing Safeguarding Commitment

Trinity Education maintains ongoing safeguarding oversight through:

  • Safer recruitment procedures

  • Mandatory reference verification

  • Enhanced DBS and Update Service monitoring

  • Monthly safeguarding compliance monitoring

  • Ongoing tutor suitability review

  • Active safeguarding leadership

Safeguarding is an ongoing responsibility, and Trinity Education is committed to maintaining the highest safeguarding standards.

12. Policy Review

This policy is reviewed regularly and updated in line with UK safeguarding legislation and best practice.