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Supporting Those Who Support: The Importance of Supervision for Student Support Staff
Early in my career, I didn’t get this right. Not because I didn’t believe in it, but because, like so many in education, I struggled to...
Simon Duckworth
Apr 42 min read
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The UK Online Safety Act: A Game Changer for Online Protection
The UK Online Safety Act, which came into force on October 26, 2023 , is a landmark piece of legislation designed to make the internet a...
Simon Duckworth
Feb 202 min read
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Is PREVENT fit for purpose?
The horrific attack in Southport, carried out by Axel Rudakubana, has left the nation in shock. In response, Yvette Cooper has called for...
Simon Duckworth
Feb 91 min read
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UK Universities given guidance to support disabled students.
New guidance has been issued to universities detailing the steps higher education providers must take to comply with equality laws...
Simon Duckworth
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Safeguarding- do your policies talk to each other?
While all institutions recognize the importance of a robust and effective safeguarding and child protection policy, it is equally...
Simon Duckworth
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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Does Your Institution Have a Crisis Team?
In the event of a major incident, it is crucial for a school or college to have a pre-existing structure to respond effectively. In the...
Simon Duckworth
Jun 5, 20242 min read
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Cyber Kidnapping and Online Safety
The recent alarming incident involving a Chinese exchange student being 'cyber kidnapped' in the US sheds light on the vulnerability of...
Simon Duckworth
May 27, 20241 min read
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Mastering Student Wellbeing: Expert Tips for Schools
In today's fast-paced and competitive educational landscape, prioritizing student wellbeing is essential for schools to ensure the...
Simon Duckworth
May 16, 20242 min read
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What is Child Protection where you are?
Child protection and Safeguarding legislation and practice differ from country to country, so what does this mean for you? Having worked...
Simon Duckworth
May 16, 20242 min read
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