Safeguarding is not a policy — it is the foundation of everything we do. Every decision we make puts the child's safety first.
We are committed to ensuring that every young person in our home experiences the following as an absolute minimum.
Every child has the right to feel physically and emotionally safe in our home, at all times.
Robust risk management and safeguarding protocols protect young people from harm at every level.
Young people's voices are central — their views inform their care plans, reviews and daily decisions.
Emotional wellbeing is treated as a priority alongside physical safety throughout every placement.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards and welcome scrutiny through inspections and reviews.
Next Horizon operates in full compliance with all applicable legislation, guidance and regulatory frameworks governing children's residential care in England.
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is a qualified, experienced professional who oversees all safeguarding activity in the home and maintains close liaison with local authority designated officers (LADOs), Ofsted and the Local Safeguarding Children Partnership.
Robust, proactive safeguarding practices embedded across all aspects of our home's operation.
Detailed, individualised risk assessments updated regularly and shared with all relevant professionals.
Personalised positive behaviour support plans created collaboratively with young people and their teams.
Clear, robust procedures followed immediately when a young person is absent without permission.
Regular safeguarding strategy meetings with local authorities, police, CAMHS and other key professionals.
Therapeutic approaches embedded in daily life to reduce risk and support emotional regulation.
Regular safeguarding training, reflective supervision and appraisals for every member of the team.
If you have a concern about a child's welfare — whether in our home or elsewhere — please contact us immediately. You can also contact the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 or the local authority children's services team.