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title: "Vulnerable Adult Policy"
url: "https://valley-college.schudio.com/statutory-information/vulnerable-adult-policy"
school: "Valley College"
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# Safeguarding Policy

### Safeguarding at Valley College

It is the responsibility of the College to refer all cases of suspected abuse to Adult Social Care. Therefore referrals about suspected abuse or neglect may be made if brought to the attention of College staff. Wherever possible we will communicate concerns with parents / advocates prior to making a referral.

Full details of our responsibilities in relation to safeguarding can be found in our [Safeguarding policy.](https://valley-college.schudio.com/files/SAFEGUARDING_POLICY_Valley_College_LATEST.pdf)[  ](https://valley-college.schudio.com/files/SAFEGUARDING_POLICY_Valley_College(2).pdf)

| **DSL Name** | **Role** | **Champion** |
|---|---|---|
| James Findlay-Pidcock | Acting Head | Lead DSL |
| Eileen Melling | Vice Principal | Known or previously known to social care and Attendance |
| Sue Johnson | Business Lead | PREVENT |
| Shazia Ali | Assistant Principal | Online |

Should you wish to speak with a DSL please contact the college on 01706 214640 option 2 or email valleycollege@valleycollege.svt.org.uk

#### Useful links for learners and advocates

[Lancashire Safeguarding Adults Board](https://lancashiresafeguardingpartnership.org.uk/safeguarding-adults)

[Lancashire County Council Adult Social Care](https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/)

[Carers UK Guide on Mental Capacity](https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/practical-support/managing-someone-s-affairs/mental-capacity-in-england-and-wales)

[Using the Mental Capacity Act: A Resource for Family and Friends of People with Learning Disabilities](https://www.hft.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Using-the-MCA.pdf)

[Guidance for people wanting to manage a bank account for someone else](http://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/515057/Guidance-for-people-wanting-to-manage-a-bank-account-for-someone-else.pdf)

[Becoming A Deputy](https://www.gov.uk/become-deputy)

[Lancashire County Council Talkzone](https://lancashire.gov.uk/youth-zone/get-in-touch/)

Details of all our Key Policies including the Valley College Safeguarding Policy can be found [here](https://www.valleycollege.co.uk/statutory-information/key-college-policies)

### Useful Information

 Valley College 'Keeping Safe from Abuse' Booklet  510 KB  [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/valley-college/files/documents/Keeping_safe_from_abuse_Learner_Pack(4).pdf)

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Ewood Campus
Clod Lane
Haslingden
 Lancashire
BB4 6LR
Tel: 01706 214640 Option 2
Company Number: 11055200

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