--- title: "Safeguarding" url: "https://teachwestlondon.org.uk/initial-teacher-training/safeguarding" school: "Teach West London" --- [Train to Teach with Teach West London in 2027-28 - learn more and apply today.](https://teachwestlondon.org.uk/initial-teacher-training/why-train-with-teach-west-london) # Safeguarding At Teach West London keeping children and young people safe from harm is our number one priority. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all trainees, apprentices, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. #### Trainees / Apprentices Please refer to our **Child Protection Policy** in **[ITT Governance](https://teachwestlondon.org.uk/initial-teacher-training/itt-governance)** section. Trainees and apprentices should be aware of the safeguarding procedures and the Designated Safeguarding Leads at each Training Centre they attend. For Primary School trainees - **[Ada Lovelace CofE High School](https://adalovelace.org.uk/attending-our-school/safeguarding)** For Secondary School trainees - **[Ealing Fields CofE High School](https://ealingfields.org.uk/attending-our-school/safeguarding)** #### Applicants The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see: **.** Please refer to our **'Selection Process and interview'** page within [**How to Apply**](https://teachwestlondon.org.uk/initial-teacher-training/how-to-apply) section to read about important safeguarding checks which are carried out during and after the selection process. 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