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We aim to foster a learning and working environment where all community members feel safe, respected, and supported. Harassment and sexual misconduct are unacceptable and will not be tolerated. We are committed to taking swift action to prevent them.
Definitions
- Harassment: Unwanted behaviour related to a relevant protected characteristic (as defined in the Equality Act 2010) that violates a person's dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment.
- Sexual misconduct: Includes, but is not limited to, sexual harassment, sexual assault, rape, stalking, and any other unwanted sexual acts or communications.
Policy
The Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy sets out our commitment to protecting students from harassment and sexual misconduct, in compliance with the Office for Students' (OfS) Condition E6.
How to report
If you think you have experienced harassment and/or sexual misconduct, you can choose who to report it to. You may choose to tell someone you trust, such as your university or college tutor.
We will ensure that we act sensitively and are guided by your needs and wishes, tailoring our support to students with different needs, including those affected by protected characteristics.
We will allocate a dedicated person who will provide support at the appropriate times, such as before, during or at the outcome of, an investigation including signposting academic support where a student's educational experience may be affected.
You can report harassment or sexual misconduct through the following channels internally:
- Online reporting platform: Safeguarding, Behaviour and Prevent
- Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- In-person: Safeguarding Manager (ask via Reception)
All matters involving a staff member and a student will be shared with the HR Manager or Vice Principal—Central Services to take the relevant action. Staff-on-staff harassment is dealt with under the Dignity at Work Policy.
The Safeguarding Manager and/or the Head of Inclusion and Safeguarding will support and advise students on how to pursue any cases of harassment or misconduct.
External Support Services
If you feel more comfortable reporting externally:
- Thames Valley Police: If the incident is happening now or has recently happened, you can call 999. Or you can find more information here: Rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences | Thames Valley Police
- Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC): If the incident/s have happened recently, you may want to visit a Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC). SARCs | Rape Crisis England & Wales. Newbury SARC is called First Light, The Swindon and Wiltshire Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) - First Light and they provide confidential medical and forensic support and treatment (e.g. for STIs/pregnancy) after recent rape or sexual assault; you don’t have to report to the police to access their service. They are open 24/7 and you can make an appointment by calling 01793 781916 Day, 01793 781917 out of hours
There is no time limit for reporting one or multiple incidents, either to the college or external services. Reports can be made both as an identifiable person or anonymously by the individual affected or a third party.
Additional support is available:
- RAPE UK: Works with anyone affected by rape, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual harassment or any other form of sexual violence – at any point in their life. This includes people of all genders who have experienced sexual violence or abuse, as well as anyone supporting them. You can use this service if you don't have leave to remain in the UK or your immigration status is insecure. 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line 0808 500 2222
- The Survivors Trust: A charity aiming to empower survivors of rape, sexual violence or childhood sexual abuse through supporting and improving effective responses to survivors. Trust House Trust House | 0118 958 4033
- Galop: LGBTQ+ helpline to offer emotional support, guidance and help to explore what options may be available to anyone aged 18+ who is experiencing or has experienced violence and abuse. Galop - the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity | 0800 999 5428 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
- Survivors UK: Support male and non-binary survivors of sexual violence, providing counselling, practical help and community on your healing journey. SurvivorsUK | We challenge the silence to support sexually abused men
- Safeline: National Male Survivor Helpline and Online Support Service, dedicated support for men and boys affected by sexual abuse and those who support them. National Male Survivor Helpline and Online Support Service - Safeline | 01926 402 498
- Revenge Porn Helpline: The Revenge Porn Helpline is a UK service supporting adults (aged 18+) who are experiencing intimate image abuse, also known as revenge porn. 0345 6000 459 | Revenge Porn Helpline
- The Suzy Lamplugh Trust: Offers personal safety and stalking advice and support. Suzy Lamplugh Trust | 0808 802 0300Advice for victims
- Independent sexual violence advisors (ISVAs): Specially trained staff who give practical and emotional support to adults, children and their families. Visit 247sexualabusesupport.org.uk to chat online or call 0808 500 2222
- Stop It Now: Anonymous support and advice to anyone with concerns about sexual abuse, whether this is your own or someone else’s behaviour. The helpline is a safe space for callers to talk about their concerns and questions. Stop It Now - Preventing child sexual abuse
- Samaritans: 08457 90 90 90 suicidal thoughts /struggling to cope
- Papyrus: 0800 068 4141 or text 07786 209 697 suicidal thoughts.
- Berkshire Women’s Aid: www.berkshirewomensaid.org.uk | 0118 950 4003
- Bullying UK: 0808 800 2222 https://www.bullying.co.uk/
- Ditchthelabel.org: International anti-bullying charity. https://www.ditchthelabel.org/
- Support U Thames Valley: LGBTQIA+ charity running support groups in Berkshire area for the LGBTQIA+ community. Support U believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. https://www.supportu.org.uk/ | 0118 321 9111
- CAMHS: 01635 295555 www.cypf.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk Mental Health Support. Time2Talk Counselling: 01635 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Newbury/Thatcham/Hungerford)
- Talking Therapies Counselling: 0300 365 2000 www.talkingtherapies.berkshire.nhs.uk YPI Counselling: 01256-423-878 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (Basingstoke)
- No5 Counselling: 0118 901 5668 no5.org.uk (Reading)
Rooted in pedagogy and metacognition, the ‘Super 7’ presents seven core principles that underpin our philosophy and approach to teaching, learning and assessment. Each of the seven core principles focuses on a different aspect of learning and by embedding these approaches into your daily studies, you can gain the confidence and self-awareness needed to excel in your chosen career. Get more information on our approach to career-focused education on our School Leavers page.
Understand the structure and purpose of each lesson, ensuring you can see how your learning fits into a larger context. This principle establishes strong learning habits. It makes you feel more engaged and prepared, making the most of every lesson.
Learning is about practicing and reinforcing it until it sticks. Activating what you already know before learning something new makes it easier to absorb and retain information. The more you review and apply what you’ve learned, the stronger your understanding becomes.
The words you learn shape how you think, communicate, and understand new ideas. By strengthening their language skills, students can better articulate their thoughts, navigate complex topics, and engage in meaningful discussions, which are essential for both academic success and professional development.
Active questioning and dialogue help you validate your understanding through discussion with teachers and peers. By exploring different types of questions, you develop critical thinking skills and learn how to analyse information from multiple perspectives.
Just like training a muscle, regularly practicing what you’ve learned strengthens your memory and makes it easier to use that knowledge when needed. This approach improves memory retention and enhances performance in both academic and vocational settings.
Feedback is not just something given by teachers — it is a two-way process where you actively engage in evaluating your own work. By checking your progress, receiving constructive feedback, and making adjustments, you develop the confidence and ability to improve continuously, leading to deeper understanding and better outcomes.
Take what you’ve learned in class and explore it further by practicing skills, asking questions, and applying knowledge in real-life situations. By understanding how to manage your own learning, you become more confident, capable, and prepared for further study or employment. This principle ensures you leave college with qualifications and the skills and mindset needed for lifelong success.