Student Handbook 2021-22

Safeguarding
Dv8 Sussex aims to create an environment in which students and staff feel
safe and protected. We have a duty to safeguard our students from a
number of risks which include: sexual abuse and inappropriate
relationships, physical and emotional abuse or neglect, domestic violence,
bullying, self-harm and victimisation due to race, sexual orientation, faith,
gender, gender identity, age, marital status or disability. If you are affected
by any of these issues or are concerned about someone else, we
recommend you speak to your tutor or a member of the student support
team.
Please note, members of staff will not be able to promise to keep something
confidential or a secret if they feel your safety is at risk and there may be
times where we have to tell someone else about what you have told us. We
will discuss this with you first however. This will happen if we think or are
told that:
1. You, or other(s) are experiencing (or at risk of experiencing) emotional
harm, sexual harm, physical harm or neglect.
2. If we think that something you have told us may compromise, threaten
or undermine the safety or security of learners, Dv8 staff or property.
If you’re worried about your safety or the safety of a friend call the Student
Services team or email n.lombardo@londonlc.org.uk who is the Designated
Safeguarding Lead or j.tooley@dv8learn.org.uk at the Brighton Centre or
r.kamara@dv8learn.org.uk at the Bexhill Centre
Student Support
Dv8 Student Services and Learning Support Teams are here to make sure
you have the best possible experience and outcome during your time with
us. There may be occasions when you need to talk confidentially about
some aspect(s) of your college or personal life. Student Services are there to
help you and can offer advice and guidance or just be there to listen.
Structured Support
Structured support has been developed to help all DV8 students to
overcome issues they may be having with the subject content of their
studies. We can provide expert guidance and support to ensure student's
work is reflective of their abilities and help them stay on track. Learning
Support will also help those that need a little extra to further develop their
English and Maths studies. To find out more please get in touch with
Learning Support or make a referral through the Google Forms link that will
be distributed.
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