Safeguarding and student wellbeing are central to all tutoring and educational support provided through GCSE English Unlocked.

I hold an up-to-date enhanced DBS check and deliver all tutoring in line with UK safeguarding expectations and best practice for independent tutors.

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Professional Practice & Boundaries

•            Sessions are educational in nature and professionally delivered

•            Clear boundaries are maintained at all times

•            Communication is limited to educational matters

•            Parent communication is maintained where appropriate

Tutoring complements school provision and does not replace specialist or school-based support.

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Online Tutoring via Microsoft Teams

•            A professional Microsoft Teams account is used

•            Two-factor authentication is enabled

•            Sessions are scheduled in advance

•            Waiting room and meeting controls are used

•            Sessions focus solely on learning

Parents are informed of session times, platform use, and support provided. For younger students, parents are encouraged to remain nearby.

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Recording Sessions

Tutoring sessions are not recorded by default.

If recording is required:

•            Parental consent is obtained in advance

•            Students are informed at the start

•            Recordings are stored securely and deleted after an agreed period

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SEND & Inclusive Practice

I have experience supporting students with SEND and adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet individual needs. Adjustments may include changes to pace, structure, scaffolding, and presentation of materials.

Tutoring supports learning alongside school provision and does not replace specialist SEND support.

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Data Protection & Confidentiality

Personal information is handled in line with UK GDPR requirements.

Sensitive information is not shared via chat, files are shared securely, and records are kept only where necessary.

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Reporting Safeguarding Concerns

Any safeguarding concern is taken seriously and handled responsibly. Where appropriate, concerns may be discussed with parents or carers and acted upon in line with UK safeguarding expectations.

Concerns can be raised via the website contact page.

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Parent Reassurance Summary

A safe, professional approach you can trust

• Up-to-date enhanced DBS check

• Secure online tutoring via Microsoft Teams

• Clear professional boundaries

• Inclusive, SEND-aware practice

•  UK safeguarding expectations followed

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Tutoring Agreement

By booking tutoring with GCSE English Unlocked, parents/carers and students confirm that they have read and agree to the Tutoring Agreement and Safeguarding & Online Tutoring Policy.

Tutoring supports learning alongside school provision. No guarantees of specific grades or outcomes can be made.