SAFEGUARDING POLICY.
This policy applies to all safeguarding matters arising from work delivered by me, Emma Osborne Gannon, through my company Tardis UK Ltd
1. Safeguarding Statement
I am committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults involved in my work.
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility. I take a proactive, preventative and respectful approach to safeguarding, ensuring that all work is delivered in a way that prioritises safety, dignity and appropriate professional boundaries.
I work within the limits of my role, training and experience, and will signpost to appropriate support where needs fall outside the scope of this work.
2. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to all safeguarding-related matters arising from my work with:
children and young people
families
education staff and leaders
adults participating in workshops, programmes or online sessions
It applies across:
one-to-one work
group settings
education environments
online delivery
in-person work at client's or institutional premises or agreed location
3. My Role & Professional Boundaries
I work as a Transformation Educator, facilitator and advisor.
My work is:
educational and preventative
non-therapeutic
non-clinical
I do not provide counselling, therapy or mental health treatment, and I do not act in a parental, medical or safeguarding lead role within institutions.
Clear professional boundaries are maintained at all times.
4. Safeguarding Responsibilities
I take responsibility for:
creating safe, respectful and appropriate learning environments
maintaining professional boundaries
responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns
following agreed safeguarding procedures
In educational settings, the institution retains overall responsibility for student and staff safety.
5. Safer Working Practices
To support safeguarding, I commit to:
working transparently and professionally
maintaining appropriate communication boundaries
avoiding one-to-one situations where visibility or oversight is required without agreement
ensuring online sessions are delivered in an appropriate and professional manner
using developmentally appropriate language and practices
6. Disclosure & Confidentiality
Information shared during my work is treated with care and respect.
Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed where:
a child or young person may be at risk of harm
there is a safeguarding concern
disclosure is required by law
This is clearly communicated to participants at the outset of the work.
7. Responding to Safeguarding Concerns
If a safeguarding concern arises, I will:
Listen calmly and without judgement
Avoid making promises of confidentiality
Record concerns accurately and factually
Follow appropriate reporting procedures
In education settings:
I will report concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in line with institutional procedures
In private work:
I may seek advice from or report concerns to appropriate statutory services where necessary
8. Escalation & External Reporting
Where appropriate, concerns may be escalated to:
local safeguarding teams
social services
emergency services
Safeguarding takes priority over confidentiality where risk is present.
9. Working with Parents, Guardians & Institutions
Where appropriate:
parents, guardians or institutions will be informed of safeguarding concerns
communication will be handled sensitively and professionally
information shared will be proportionate and necessary
10. DBS & Suitability
I hold an enhanced DBS certificate appropriate to my work with children and young people.
DBS checks are maintained in line with best practice.
11. Online Delivery Safeguarding
When delivering work online:
sessions are conducted professionally and appropriately
safeguarding considerations are communicated in advance
boundaries around communication and participation are maintained
12. Allegations & Complaints
Any safeguarding-related complaints or concerns about my conduct should be raised promptly and will be taken seriously.
Concerns may be escalated to appropriate authorities where required.
13. Review of Policy
This Safeguarding Policy is reviewed regularly and updated as required to reflect best practice and legislative guidance.
14. Contact
If you have questions or concerns relating to safeguarding, you can contact me at:
Last updated: February 2026
Emma Osborne Gannon
(Tardis UK Ltd)