At United Colleges Group, the welfare and safety of our learners is of great importance to us. We are committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming, safe and supportive environment to ensure all learners are safe from harm, abuse, bullying and neglect. The College expects all staff and visitors to respect and engage with this commitment.
The Prevent duty is part of the government’s counter-terrorism strategy designed to safeguard people and communities from the threat of terrorism. We have a statutory duty to take measures to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism or extremism and to support those who might be susceptible to radicalisation.
Complying with the Prevent duty also includes ensuring our college community are aware of their responsibilities in preventing radicalisation and extremism and promoting British values including democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance and mutual respect for different faiths and beliefs.
Are you or someone you know at risk of harm? Do you need help to keep yourself or someone else safe?
Email: safeguarding@ucg.ac.uk
Call: 0208 208 5445
The Safeguarding team or a Duty Manager is available at the following times throughout the week. If there is a life-threatening situation, please call 999 or 101 for non-emergencies.
| Paddington | Willesden | Wembley | Maida Vale | Euston | |
| Monday | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm |
| Thursday | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm |
| Friday | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm | 9am-5pm |
If you need urgent assistance outside of college hours, here are some contacts who may be able to help you:
Samaritans:
Phone: 116 123
Papyrus:
Phone: 0800 068 4141
Text: 07860039967
Childline:
Phone: 0800 1111
Mind:
Phone: 0300123 3393
Nicola McLean
Interim Vice Principal & Strategic Safeguarding Lead
Joanne Smith
Interim Assistant Principal for Student Experience & Deputy Strategic Safeguarding Lead
Diana Brown
Head of Student Support Services & Designated Safeguarding Lead
Sophie Knight
Student Support Coordinator & Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Becoming a safeguarding ambassador offers students within the college community a valuable opportunity to contribute to campus safety and develop critical skills. By taking on this role, students promote awareness and foster a culture of vigilance and support through peer-to-peer education. This initiative not only empowers students to protect themselves and their peers but also equips them with competencies relevant to numerous industries, such as education, healthcare, social services, and corporate environments. Additionally, serving as a safeguarding ambassador enhances students' CVs and increases their employability, providing both immediate and long-term professional benefits.