Dealing with and reporting racist incidents in school - Lincolnshire ...

Appendix 4
A. Clear procedures are in place to ensure that racist incidents are dealt
with promptly, firmly and consistently
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• The headteacher, members of staff (teaching and non-teaching), governors,
pupils and parents/carers are involved in the development of policy and
procedures in respect of racist incidents.
• The school Race Equality Policy provides a clear explanation of what
constitutes a racist incident17 .
• Procedures for dealing with, recording and reporting racist incidents are
included in the school Race Equality Policy.
• Procedures indicate how specific types of racist incidents should be addressed.
• Procedures for dealing with, recording and reporting racist incidents are
disseminated to all members of the school community, including new
members of that community.
• Staff are vigilant with regard to racist behaviour amongst pupils, colleagues,
parents/carers and visitors to the school. Staff treat all reports of racist
incidents seriously and deal appropriately with racist incidents whenever
they occur.
• Active steps are taken to protect staff from racist bullying or harassment by
other members of staff, pupils, parents or anyone else18 .
• All members of the school community are encouraged to report all racist
incidents and know the procedures to follow.
• A named member of the senior management team has overall responsibility
for dealing with racist incidents. This role is widely publicised among the
school community.
• There is a named governor for Race Equality issues, including racist
incidents.
• All allegations of racist incidents are formally recorded, including the date,
the names of victims and perpetrators, the nature of the incident and the
action taken in response.
• Incidents that may also constitute a child protection issue are dealt with in
line with guidance contained in The School Administration Handbook.
• All reported racist incidents are promptly investigated.
• The school identifies key agencies, groups and organisations to work with
(including the LA) in order to tackle racism and racial harassment in the
school and the local community.
• Incidents of a serious and/or persistent nature are reported to the Police and
other relevant agencies.
17 The definition recommended by Lincolnshire LA and the Home Office is that provided by The Stephen Lawrence Inquiry
Report: ‘Any incident which is perceived to be racist by the victim or any other person’
18 Employers are responsible for protecting their employees from racial harassment, whether they are subjected to it by other
employees or by third parties
Dealing with and reporting racist incidents in school