At Honeybunch Community CIC, the safety, wellbeing, and privacy of our families, babies, volunteers, and staff are our top priorities. We provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment both online and in person.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting children, babies, and adults at risk. All directors, staff, and volunteers follow our Safeguarding Policies and Procedures, which meet national safeguarding standards.

Any concerns are taken seriously, acted on promptly, and handled confidentially according to statutory guidance.

Our Safeguarding Team

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Kay, with 20+ years of experience in education and safeguarding.

Deputy DSL: Denita, actively supporting our community online and at in-person events.

We also have trained safeguarding representatives at events and in online spaces to provide guidance and ensure concerns are managed appropriately.

Reporting a Concern

Concerns can be raised:

Emails marked “Safeguarding Concern” go directly to the DSL. Emergency concerns are immediately reported to local authorities or emergency services.

Data Protection & Privacy

We comply with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Personal data is collected only when necessary, stored securely, and never shared without consent unless required by law.

You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data. Our Privacy Notice is on our website, and our full Data Protection Policy is available on request via hello@honeybunch.org.uk.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and ensure equality of access and opportunity for everyone. Discrimination is not tolerated.

Complaints & Feedback

We welcome feedback to improve our services. Concerns or complaints can be emailed to hello@honeybunch.org.uk and are reviewed fairly in line with our Complaints Procedure.

Accessibility

We strive to make all services, events, and information accessible. Please contact us if you need information in a different format or additional support.

Online Safety / Digital Safeguarding

We maintain safe online spaces for families and volunteers:

  • Rules for online group chats and social media

  • Boundaries for volunteer interactions online

  • Guidance on sharing photos or personal information

  • Procedures for reporting online concerns

Photography & Media Consent

We handle media responsibly:

  • Consent is obtained from parents/guardians

  • Clear guidance on where photos/videos may be used

  • Parents can withdraw consent at any time

  • Images are stored securely and shared only as agreed

Code of Conduct (Staff & Volunteers)

We expect all staff and volunteers to:

  • Maintain professional boundaries

  • Respect confidentiality and safeguarding requirements

  • Follow all policies and procedures

  • Report concerns or inappropriate behaviour promptly

Policy Access & Review

Our safeguarding, data protection, equality, and governance policies are reviewed annually. Copies of all policies are available on request via hello@honeybunch.org.uk.