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Student Welfare and Safeguarding
We are here to be proactive and to help.
We take pride in acting with care and compassion, and everyone who visits or works here is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. The college's HEART values exist to inspire high expectations and enterprise, and to require accountability, respect and teamwork, although please don’t assume that other students, visitors and staff will necessarily agree with your point of view.
Please be open, patient, and kind.
MEET THE SAFEGUARDING TEAM
If you need some help and support you can contact any member of the safeguarding team below, or email wecare@henleycol.ac.uk
Student Welfare are a friendly and approachable team who are located in D113 and R158. They are a key part of the College offering support to students on a wide range of issues including personal problems.
Student Welfare is dedicated to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of students remains paramount.
The Henley College’s Safeguarding and Prevent Governor is Lizzie Watts.
The Head of Student Services, Simon Wright, is the senior member of staff responsible for Safeguarding and offers support and guidance to staff and students about all aspects of student welfare. Please contact SWRI@henleycol.ac.uk if you require further help and information.
The College is committed to providing our students with a safe and secure environment.
It was noted in the recent student and parent surveys that 98% of our students and parents believe that The Henley College is a safe place to be.
The College believes strongly that our students and staff respect the rights of others, report inappropriate behaviour and do not tolerate or accept any form of bullying or discrimination.
CHILD PROTECTION, PREVENT AND SAFEGUARDING POLICIES
The College has a dedicated Safeguarding Team and the Designated Safeguarding Person, Simon Wright, is responsible for child protection and safeguarding matters. All staff have received safeguarding and Prevent training.
SUBSTANCE AND ALCOHOL POLICY
The College has a zero tolerance policy for both substance and alcohol misuse. No student must be under the influence of, or have possession of drugs or alcohol during the College day.
Substance and Alcohol Misuse Policy
SOCIAL MEDIA AND NETWORKING POLICY
Our students will be reminded about on line safety throughout their time at the College and they will be actively encouraged to be safe when using the internet.
Social Media and Networking Policy
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Our Code of Conduct sets out both the College and student commitments. It states what is acceptable and unacceptable behaviour and all students will be issued with the code of conduct when they start at the College.
STUDENT WELFARE
The College has dedicated Counsellors available and a College Nurse offering drop-in sessions throughout the week. All students will be given a Professional Tutor who will offer pastoral and academic support. There are three Senior Tutors at the College, a Student Services Team and a Safeguarding Team, all offering support to our students.
We have “safe places” on both the Rotherfield and Deanfield Sites, clearly signposted for those students who have worries, anxieties or concerns.
Key Contacts
- NHS Nurse - Claire Smith
- Tutorial Programme Manager & DSL - Tracy Page
- Transport & Bursary Administrator - Natalie Groves
- Access Arrangements Co-ordinator - Amanda Rogers
- Specalist Assessor - Julia Green
- Learning Support Coordinator - Jaspreet Ghataora
- Oxbridge Coordinator - Joanna Atkinson
During challenging times, students should be aware that they can access The Mix, if they need to talk to someone outside of College about their problems, no matter how large or small.
The NHS and Oxfordshire County Council provide free drop-in clinics offering confidential advice and support to students. A qualified nurse also provides advice and support in relation to any health issues, three days a week.