The policies and guidance below set out the arrangements for ensuring the safety and welfare of children and adults at risk of harm whilst on the University's premises or while engaging in activities controlled by the University.
Overarching policy
- University of Bath Safeguarding Policy
- Young Persons guide to the University's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and Information
Contact details for the nominated safeguarding officers at the University.
Departmental policies
- Campus Services Child Protection and Safeguarding Guidance
- Sports Development and Recreation
- Students' Union Safeguarding Policy
- Westwood Nursery Child Protection Policy
- Undergraduate Admissions & Outreach (UAO) Safeguarding and Child & Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy
Guidance and procedures affecting staff only
- Information for applicants and Guidance for Applicants required to use the DBS Service
- Information for line managers
- Policy statement on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
- Guidance for Managers on Employing Ex-Offenders
- Policy Statement on the Secure Storage, Handling, Use, Retention and Disposal of Disclosures and Disclosure
Guidelines and procedures affecting students only
- Admissions and Support for Students entering the University Under the Age of 18
- Student Applicant Criminal Convictions Declaration Procedure
- Guidance for Students and the Parents or Guardians of Students aged under 18 on entry
- Students' Union Safeguarding Policy
Guidelines for staff supervising and working with those undertaking work experience
Eligibility for DBS Checks
- Staff Roles requiring DBS Checks
- Student Courses requiring DBS Checks
- Admissions information on DBS Checks
- Flowchart to help assess whether a DBS check is appropriate
- Types of DBS checks
Useful links
- Revised Code of Practice for Disclosure and Barring Service Registered Persons
- NSPCC - National Society to prevent cruelty to children
- Child Protection in sports units - NSPCC, keep children safe in sports