What to do if you have a safeguarding concern?
Call 999 if a child or adult is at immediate risk of harm.
If there is no risk of immediate harm, please contact a member of our safeguarding team either directly or using the download report forms:
At the DSAuk, we are committed to creating a safe and positive environment for all children, young people, and adults who come into contact with our services. We believe that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are dedicated to protecting them from harm, abuse, and neglect.
Our safeguarding policies outlines our commitment to ensuring the well-being of everyone we support, and it provides clear procedures for reporting and responding to safeguarding concerns. We have a designated safeguarding lead, and all staff and volunteers receive training on safeguarding. We are committed to transparency and accountability, and we encourage anyone with concerns to come forward.
Lead Safeguarding Officer: Michael Pope Deputy Safeguarding Officer: Tim Shephard
Safeguarding Trustee Lead: Colin Brown Safeguarding officer: Lisa Longley