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Safe Child Guide
KCSIE Staff Summary
Free resource from safechildguide.com
A two-page digest of KCSIE Part 1, written in plain English for all school and college staff. Covers: the definition of safeguarding, types of abuse (including neglect, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse), what to do if you have a concern, low-level concerns, peer-on-peer abuse, online safety, and the role of the DSL. Designed to accompany the annual KCSIE acknowledgement process.
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KCSIE Part 1 — Staff Summary
All school staff must read Part 1 of Keeping Children Safe in Education each academic year. This summary highlights the key points — it does not replace reading the full document.
What KCSIE Requires of All Staff
Be aware of the indicators of abuse and neglect
Know how to report a concern — who your DSL is and how to contact them
Understand that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility — not just the DSL's
Not investigate concerns yourself — report and record
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times
Types of Abuse to Recognise
Physical abuse: hitting, shaking, burning, or other deliberate harm
Emotional abuse: persistent emotional maltreatment — threats, humiliation, rejection
Sexual abuse: any sexual activity with a child; includes online sexual exploitation
Neglect: persistent failure to meet basic physical or psychological needs
Child criminal exploitation (CCE): coercion into criminal activity (e.g. county lines)
Child sexual exploitation (CSE): sexual activity in exchange for something (gifts, affection, drugs)
What to Do if a Child Discloses
Listen calmly — do not express shock or disbelief
Do not promise to keep it a secret — explain you may need to share with someone who can help
Ask open, not leading, questions if you need to clarify — "Can you tell me more about that?"
Report to DSL immediately — do not delay until end of day
Record in writing as soon as possible using the child's own words
Key Contacts
Your DSL: ___________________________ Contact: ___________________________
Deputy DSL: ___________________________ Contact: ___________________________
Headteacher: ___________________________
Emergency: 999 | Non-emergency police: 101 | NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
Online Safety Responsibilities (All Staff)
Model safe and professional online behaviour at all times
Do not connect with pupils on personal social media accounts
Report any online safeguarding concerns to the DSL exactly as you would offline concerns
Do not share or store images of children on personal devices
I confirm I have read Part 1 of KCSIE: Signature: ___________________________ Date: ___________
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Last reviewed: 2026-04-10