If you have experienced something you feel is not right, or you are worried about something or someone, you can talk to your Assessor/Tutor, or a member of Swift Safeguarding team. All Swift staff are experienced and trained to offer a listening ear, and to support you to seek help if you need it.

Don’t be afraid to reach out, we are here to help.

You can also email or safeguarding team on wellbeing@swiftcc.co.uk

A brief introduction into what the different British Values are, what they're for and what characteristics are protected under them.

To access this poster yourself: British values.pdf

Take It Down is a service that you can access to help you remove or stop the online sharing of nude, partially nude, or sexually explicit images or videos of yourself. 

Take It Down allows it all to be anonymous while using the service and they don't make you send your images or videos to anyone to complete the service.

If you have a concern about this and want to raise it, please contact Jayne Hipkiss - see poster for contact details.

To check our their website: https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/

To have a copy of this poster for yourself: Take it down poster.pdf.

Here are some statistics about knife and gang crime in the UK.

To access this poster yourself: Crime stats.png

Why do we need Martyn’s Law?  There have been 14 terror attacks in the UK since 2017. These tragic attacks have caused deaths and casualties amongst people going about their everyday lives. The terrorist threat we currently face is multifaceted, diverse, and continually evolving. 

What will Martyn’s Law do?  Martyn’s Law will keep people safe, enhancing our national security and reducing the risk to the public from terrorism by the protection of public venues.  It will place a requirement on those responsible for certain locations to consider the threat from terrorism and implement appropriate and proportionate mitigation measures. 

To learn more about Martyn's Law on the GOV website: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/martyns-law-to-ensure-stronger-protections-against-terrorism-in-public-places

This document focuses on what behaviours could indicate a risk of radicalisation especially within young people. It is difficult during this time to differentiate between normal teenage behaviour and attitude that indicates someone may have been exposed to radicalising influences as they can be quite similar.

If you are concerned that someone you know is showing these signs contact Swift’s Learner Experience Manager and Operational DSL, by email jh@swiftcc.co.uk or on 07535 002315

To access this poster yourself: Signs of radicalisation 2.pdf

To have a quick read up on 'What is an apprenticeship?'. What is involved when completing an apprenticeship and what the employer offers from their side. This gives a quick snapshot look into what doing an apprenticeship is like. You can also hear what other people have to say about their experience and their views on doing an apprenticeship. 

To check out these videos on the GOV Apprenticeships website: https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/apprentices/real-stories# 

To have a copy of this poster for yourself: ADCC1. What is an Apprentice Learner IAG Sheet.pdf

After knowing a bit more about what an apprenticeship is and what it involves - it's good to have a closer look into what some of the requirements are. This poster goes into a bit more detail about Off-The-Job Training. What is it? What can it include?

It also talks about what the purpose of EPA (End Point Assessment) is and what is involved in the process to get through to that final grade!

To access this poster yourself: ADCC5. Apprenticeship Jargon Buster.pdf

This is our attendance system in regards to learners attending teaching sessions, whether this is in person or an online session. 

To access this poster yourself: Attendance .pdf

Swift strive to ensure that all learners have an equal opportunity to access, learn and achieve their apprenticeship. We are able to work with the Awarding Organisation’s to apply for and adapt any assessment methods to meet an individual’s needs.

To access this poster yourself: reasonable adjustments poster.pdf

A quick snapshot into what Off-The-Job is and some examples of what classes as OTJ.  If you're still unsure on what to do or if you want to double check you are on the right lines - contact your tutor.

To access this poster yourself: otj-poster-1.pdf