Reflective Supervision for Staff
'Guiding Excellence Through Thoughtful Supervision'
We believe that supervision is not just about compliance it’s a powerful way to acknowledge and protect the emotional wellbeing and professional welfare of staff. Supporting those responsible for safeguarding, attendance and pupil welfare requires more than procedures; it demands reflection, resilience and ongoing professional care.
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That’s why we offer confidential, structured and professionally facilitated supervision for Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), Attendance Officers, and Welfare staff. Our model helps professionals navigate the emotional, ethical and procedural challenges of their roles supporting effective decisions while preserving their own mental health and job satisfaction.
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“Professionals working with vulnerable children must receive regular, high-quality supervision to reflect on their practice and safeguard effectively.”
Lord Laming, The Victoria Climbié Inquiry (2003)​
Supervision is more than support it's a critical safeguard. Backed by Working Together to Safeguard Children and Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025), and reinforced through Ofsted frameworks and Serious Case Reviews, it plays a vital role in promoting safe, accountable and sustainable practice.
Our Supervision Framework
We deliver supervision that is both practical and impactful:
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Supervision Policy aligned with statutory guidance (Working Together & KCSiE 2025)
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Written Supervision Agreements defining roles, confidentiality and boundaries
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Structured sessions using recognised models (e.g. Morrison, Wonnacott)
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Delivered in private, uninterrupted settings or via secure online platforms
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Formally recorded sessions, securely stored in line with GDPR
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Safe, respectful and professional space prioritising trust and reflection
All supervision is delivered at an hourly rate of
£75 to £180, tailored to the scope and complexity of the support provided
DSL Supervision
Designated Safeguarding Leads face high-stakes, emotionally complex decisions. Our DSL supervision helps:
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Reflect on practice, referrals and risk assessments
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Navigate challenging safeguarding cases with confidence
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Stay compliant with legislation and KCSiE
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Process emotional and ethical responses to difficult cases
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Maintain focus on the child’s voice and lived experience
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Prevent burnout and reduce professional isolation
Recommended for: DSLs, Deputy DSLs, and Safeguarding Leads in all education phases.
Why Supervision Matters
High-quality supervision:
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Enhances decision-making and safeguarding outcomes
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Supports staff resilience and professional development
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Provides audit-ready evidence for Ofsted and LA inspections
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Embeds a safeguarding culture that prioritises reflection, responsibility and wellbeing
Flexible Delivery Options
We offer supervision that fits around your setting’s needs:
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1:1 or small group/team-based supervision
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Half-termly, monthly or bespoke frequency
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In-person or virtual formats
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Can be integrated into safeguarding or attendance support packages/SLA
Attendance & Welfare Supervision
For staff working with attendance and pupil welfare, supervision offers space to:
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Tackle complex attendance cases through a reflective lens
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Identify and respond to safeguarding risks linked to persistent absence
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Manage CME thresholds, lawful removal from roll, and legal escalation
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Navigate DfE, local authority and legal frameworks with clarity
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Drive inclusive change and improve family engagement
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Protect emotional wellbeing in challenging roles
Recommended for: Attendance Officers, AWO/EWO staff, Heads of Year, Pastoral Leads.