At Thamesbridge College we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for every student. We will not tolerate harassment, bullying, sexual misconduct, abuse of power, or any other inappropriate behaviour.

This page is your Single Comprehensive Source of Information about how to get help, how to report concerns, and what support is available both within the College and from external specialist organisations.

Online Disclosure Form – You can submit a report about harassment, sexual misconduct or any inappropriate behaviour.

• • Reports can be made with your contact details or anonymously.
  • If submitted anonymously, we will still investigate as far as possible. However, anonymity may limit our ability to provide you with personal support or updates on the outcome.
• All disclosures are treated with care, confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Once we receive your report (with your contact details), a member of the Student Welfare & Support Advice Team will be in touch within three working days.

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What happens next

When you report, you can expect:

• A safe, confidential, and non-judgmental conversation.
• Information about your options, including informal and formal routes.
• Clear guidance about the process, including how investigations are conducted, what support is available, and how decisions are communicated.
• Fair procedures that respect the rights of everyone involved (complainants and respondents).

Our processes follow principles of natural justice: the right to be heard, independence and expertise of decision-makers, and rights of appeal.

• Student Welfare & Support Advice Team – experienced in supporting students facing harassment, sexual assault, discrimination or other difficulties.
• Personal tutoring – academic and pastoral support.
• Disability & Inclusion Services – advice and reasonable adjustments.
• Counselling & Mental Health – confidential sessions, wellbeing workshops, peer support.
• Multi-Faith Prayer & Contemplation Space – a quiet, inclusive environment for prayer, reflection or meditation.

If you or someone else is at immediate risk, call 999.

You can also contact:

• Victims First – specialist support for victims and witnesses of crime, including sexual abuse and exploitation. Freephone: 0800 1234 148
• SurvivorsUK – confidential support for male, trans and non-binary survivors. SMS: 020 3322 1860 | WhatsApp: 07491 816064
• Galop – LGBT+ anti-violence charity. Tel: 020 7704 2040 | Email: referrals@galop.org.uk
• Samaritans – suicide helpline. 24/7 confidential support. Call 116 123
• Mind – mental health advice. Infoline: 0300 123 3393
• Rape Crisis England & Wales – support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse.
• Women’s Aid – support for women and children experiencing domestic abuse.

We also provide details of local GP services, hospitals, and walk-in centres in Milton Keynes.

Training: All staff involved in receiving reports or investigating cases receive specialist training.

Annual reminder: Every year all students and staff will be reminded in writing of this page and the support available. The information here also appears in the Student Handbook and the College Prospectus, ensuring that everyone knows how to access it.

Prevention: We run consent workshops, bystander training, and awareness campaigns to reduce the risk of harassment or misconduct.

Transparency: Every year we publish information on steps taken to prevent harassment and on the training provided.

Confidentiality: Your privacy is respected at all times. We only share information if you give your explicit consent or when legally required (e.g. where a child or vulnerable adult is currently or imminently at risk of harm, or if you disclose information that leads us to believe that you or someone else may be at risk of harm).

• Harassment & Sexual Misconduct Policy
• Staff–Student Relationships Policy
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy
• Prevent Policy
• Safeguarding Policy
• Suicide Prevention & Response Policy
• Whistleblowing Policy
• Acceptable Use Policy
• Abuse of Power Policy