Safeguarding Statement
The welfare, safety, and protection of the children in our care is our absolute priority. It supersedes all other operational considerations.
LBR Property Care Homes Ltd operates a rigorous, zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect, and exploitation. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment.
Our Approach
Our safeguarding practice is underpinned by the Children Act 1989 & 2004, and the Working Together to Safeguard Children statutory guidance.
- Safer Recruitment: We operate robust safer recruitment procedures. All staff undergo enhanced DBS checks, extensive referencing, and thorough employment history checks prior to employment.
- Continuous Training: Safeguarding training is mandatory, comprehensive, and continuously updated. Staff are trained to recognise signs of abuse, exploitation (including CSE/CCE), and radicalisation.
- Whistleblowing: We maintain a clear, accessible whistleblowing policy that encourages and protects staff who raise concerns about practice.
- Multi-Agency Working: We work transparently and collaboratively with Local Authority Designated Officers (LADO), police, health services, and Ofsted to ensure rapid response to any safeguarding concerns.
Reporting a Concern
If you have any concerns regarding the safety or welfare of a child in our care, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead immediately via our main switchboard or email safeguarding@lbrproperty.co.uk.