Safeguarding Statement
CRAS is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment for all students, staff, and partners. We take safeguarding seriously and operate in full alignment with UK safeguarding legislation and best practice.

Safeguarding Responsibilities
Our Safeguarding Lead oversees:

• Policy implementation

• Staff training

• Incident reporting

• Risk assessment

• Learner support
   

All staff are trained in safeguarding protocols and understand their duty of care.
Safeguarding Principles
We uphold:

• Protection — safeguarding all learners from harm, abuse, exploitation, and neglect

• Prevention — proactive risk management and early intervention

• Empowerment — supporting learners to speak up and access help

• Accountability — clear reporting lines and responsive action

• Confidentiality — handling concerns with discretion and professionalism
   

Safeguarding Scope

• Our safeguarding policy covers:

• Online learning environments

• Student forums and webinars

• Staff‑student interactions

• Data protection and privacy

• Vulnerable learners and additional needs

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Reporting a Concern
Students and staff can report safeguarding concerns via:

• The CRAS Portal

• Direct email to safeguarding@cras.org.uk

• Confidential phone line: +44 20 7946 0737

 

All concerns are handled promptly, professionally, and in accordance with our safeguarding procedures.