At Serene Sparks, the safety, protection, and wellbeing of every young person we care for is our highest priority. Safeguarding isn’t just a policy for us — it’s part of our daily practice, our culture, and our commitment to giving young people the security and stability they need to grow, learn, and thrive.
We are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people are protected from harm, treated with respect, and supported to build bright, independent futures.
We follow clear, effective procedures to keep young people safe, including:
We assess risks for young people, activities, and placements.
Concerns are reported quickly and acted on.
Trained DSLs manage safeguarding issues.
We review and improve our practices often.
Confidential records are stored and shared safely.
We work with schools, health, social care, and police.
We only want the right people caring for our young people. That’s why we have:
Rigorous recruitment processes, including enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and thorough interviews.
Comprehensive induction training so every staff member understands our safeguarding policies from day one.
Regular refresher training to keep everyone up to date with the latest guidance.
Ongoing supervision and support for staff to handle the emotional challenges of the work.
Clear expectations about professional boundaries and appropriate behaviour at all times.
Safeguarding is also about helping young people understand their rights and feel able to speak up if something isn’t right. At Serene Sparks, we:
At Serene Sparks, we are fully committed to ensuring every young person leaves us stronger, more confident, and ready to build the life they want.
Our approach to safeguarding ensures that every young person at Serene Sparks can live in a safe, nurturing environment where they feel protected, respected, and able to focus on what really matters: their growth, independence, and future success.
