Learning Resources: Online Safety & Security: Getting Help

Getting Help

If you or someone you know become the victim of cyberbullying; the first thing you should do is seek help. This could be a parent, a friend, your tutor or the dedicated College Safeguarding Team – You will also see posters in lots of places around College 'Feel Safe, Be Safe'. These provide you will all of the details about how to contact the College's dedicated Safeguarding team.– ask any member of staff.

Safeguarding
Your safety and wellbeing is important to us. As a College we have developed a network of support for you to access if you are worried or at risk of any form of harm. You can talk to your Personal Tutor or one of our Student Liaison Officers about any concerns. They cannot guarantee confidentiality but they will help you to access the support and help you may need.

Please find also, the College's Safeguarding 'Children' and 'Vulnerable Adults' policies, together with additional information on keeping students safe online.

E-Safety Guidance for Students
The following information has been produced to provide information about taking practical steps to stay safe when using technology. It contains the names of recognised organisations that provide interactive information and support in each section.

E-Safety Process Flowchart

UK Safer Internet Centre
A partnership of three leading organisations: Childnet International, Internet Watch Foundation and SWGfL, with one mission - to promote the safe and responsible use of technology for young people. Read up on their Social Media guides to find out more about the safety features available on popular social networks.

The Cybersmile Foundation
The Cybersmile Foundation is a multi-award winning anti-cyberbullying nonprofit organization. Committed to tackling all forms of digital abuse, harassment and bullying online. Founded in 2010, Cybersmile has grown to become the world’s leading anti-cyberbullying nonprofit organization. Registered as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization in the U.S. and as a registered charity in the U.K. – Cybersmile provides expert support, resources and consultancy to individuals, governments, corporations and educational institutions around the world.