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Safeguarding Policy

Last updated: 2/2/26
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1. Statement of Intent

U Lead The Way is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all clients, including children and vulnerable adults.

We take safeguarding seriously and aim to ensure that all individuals attending sessions feel safe, respected, and supported.

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2. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to:

  • Adult clients

  • Children attending with parents or guardians

  • Vulnerable adults

  • Anyone attending group classes, one-to-one sessions, or events

 

3. Roles and Responsibilities

U Lead The Way is a dog training service and is not a childcare provider.

  • Parents/guardians are responsible for supervising children at all times

  • Dog owners are responsible for their dog’s behaviour and control

  • The trainer will take reasonable steps to maintain a safe environment

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4. Supervision of Children

  • Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times

  • Children must remain with their parent/guardian during sessions

  • Children should be supported to behave safely around dogs

  • U Lead The Way does not provide childcare

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5. Safety Around Dogs

  • Dogs must be handled by a responsible adult

  • Dogs must remain on lead unless instructed otherwise

  • Owners/handlers are responsible for their dog’s behaviour at all times

  • Please give other dogs space unless invited to interact

  • Any dog showing signs of distress or unsafe behaviour may be asked to move away or leave the session if necessary

  • The trainer may intervene if there is a safety concern

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6. Safeguarding Concerns

U Lead The Way takes all safeguarding concerns seriously.

If a concern arises:

  • It will be listened to respectfully

  • Relevant information may be recorded

  • Appropriate action will be taken where necessary

If there is a concern about the safety or wellbeing of a child or vulnerable adult, this may be reported to the appropriate safeguarding authority.

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7. Confidentiality

  • Personal information will be treated with respect and kept confidential

  • Information will only be shared if there is a safeguarding concern or legal obligation

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8. Behaviour and Conduct

All attendees are expected to:

  • Treat others with respect

  • Follow guidance during sessions

  • Behave in a way that supports a safe environment

Unsafe or inappropriate behaviour may result in being asked to leave.

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9. Equality and Inclusion

U Lead The Way is committed to providing an inclusive, supportive environment for all clients and dogs, regardless of background or ability.

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10. Safeguarding Contacts

If you have concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a child or vulnerable adult, you can contact:

Emergency (if someone is in immediate danger):

📞 999

Lincolnshire County Council Safeguarding (Children’s Services):
📞 01522 782111

Lincolnshire County Council Adult Safeguarding:
📞 01522 782155

NSPCC Helpline (for advice):
📞 0808 800 5000
🌐 www.nspcc.org.uk

For more information:
🌐 https://www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/article/23488/Safeguarding

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11. Contact


If you have any questions about this policy or concerns please contact:


📧 uleadthewaydogtraining@gmail.com
📞 07824 614108

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