SLA and Contracting information

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I'm really pleased that you've explored my website and landed on this page. I hope you've found the information interesting, helpful and relevant to you. 

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If you are interested in finding out more about contracting with me, that's fantastic - I look forward to speaking with you shortly to see how best we can work together. For now, please bear with me … I am currently in the process of drawing up contracts in readiness for when I am able to start trading. In the interim, please rest assured you will find my rates and conditions on a par with similarly experienced, skilled and thorough independent EPs.  Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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I do, of course, recognise there are some key details you will want to know to aid your decision-making. For that reason, I am happy to take enquiries and talk you through the key matters / answer any particular questions you may have. If you would like to be added to my mailing list for September, please leave me a message (phone or email) and I'll be sure to get back to you once the crazy first few days of the new year have passed.

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You can find my contact details below or in the ‘Contact’ section. I look forward to speaking to you shortly.

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Data protection policy

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Information sharing is a key part of the SENDCO and EP roles, and that information is, of course, very sensitive in nature. I always discuss and manage such information with the same respect and care that I would want of anyone else managing my own sensitive data - with the ultimate confidentiality and security, so that everyone can feel safe and confident.

 

Of course, you can be reassured that I am fully conversant and compliant with the requirements of data protection legislation and best practice. All data (paper and electronic)  is held securely and all digital / electronic information shared is transmitted using secure email services.  

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Anyone who wishes to contact me for any reason in connection to the personal data I hold about them (or a child in their care) can do so by using the contact details in the 'Contact' section or at the bottom of this page. As stated below, please note that personal, confidential and sensitive data should not be sent to the registered office address.

 

Data retention policy

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As a general rule, I keep records (paper and digital) for the duration of my involvement. Thereafter, all data is stored digitally using secure Cloud storage until the child reaches the end of year 11.

 

Some exceptions apply, for example:

• in the case of ongoing cycles of EP support,

• at the request / with the explicit agreement of the student/parents/carers

• where I become aware of an EHC Needs Assessment prior to disposal and they are required to support that assessment, or

• in line with other legal obligations/directives

• in the event of the closure of this business.

 

I strongly encourage schools, parents and carers to download and save copies of reports at the time they are issued as they may become relevant again in the future. Alternatively, students, parents and carers may wish to share copies of reports with their LA to ensure their assessment data remains available in the event of the closure of this business.

 

Information Commissioner’s Office information

 

When I begin trading, I will be registered with the ICO.

 

I am conversant and compliant with all the usual policies and legal requirements associated with that registration.​

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Safeguarding

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From time to time during my work with students, families and schools, I may become aware of concerns relating to the safety of children or vulnerable young adults. I have legal, professional and ethical duties of care to all young people and take those responsibilities seriously. In meeting those responsiblities, it may on occasion be necessary for me to share information with a Designated Safeguarding Officer in school/college or with other agencies with specific responsibility for children's safeguarding. Anyone working with me should be aware of this. Information on this is included in my contract and in the consent form I provide at the outset of my involvement.

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