GDPR Policy

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1. Personal Data

Personal data is data we hold by which (possibly in conjunction with other available information) a living individual can be identified.

The processing of personal data is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR”).

2. The Data Controller

The directors of Ascend Next Level CIC are the data controller. This means it decides how your personal data is processed and for what purposes. You can contact Ascend Next Level CIC via the Ascend Next Level CIC GDPR officer whose contact details are at the end of this document.

3. The Types of Personal Data we collect and use

The following types of data may be collected, but only where relevant to the purpose for which the data was collected.

Name, address and contact details
Date of birth
Records of your giving to Ascend Next Level CIC if required for Gift Aid claims
Names of family members

4. The Legal Basis for Using your Personal Data

Contract

Some Personal Data is held, without requiring consent, because of a contractual arrangement:

To manage contracts with employees and volunteers
Contracts with people engaged to perform occasional services

Legal Obligation

Some Personal Data is held to comply with legal requirements:

Director/officer records
Financial Gift Aid records
Parental consent and emergency contact details
Safeguarding records
GDPR consent or request records

Legitimate Interest

Some Personal Data is held for legitimate interest:

Informing registered users of events or changes
Publishing rota duties
Enabling participation in groups or committees

Some uses require explicit consent:

Informing about external events
Publishing names in publicity or news

Your personal data will be treated as strictly confidential and only shared where necessary to deliver services or meet legal obligations, or with your consent.

6. Securing your Personal Data

We comply with GDPR by:

Keeping data up to date
Storing and destroying it securely
Minimising data collection
Protecting against loss, misuse or unauthorised access
Using appropriate technical safeguards

7. Retention of your Personal Data

Gift Aid records are kept for up to 6 years after the relevant calendar year. Other data is retained only while necessary for its purpose.

8. Your Rights relating to your Personal Data

You have the right to:

Be informed
Access your data
Correct your data
Withdraw consent or restrict processing
Request deletion where appropriate
Lodge a complaint with the ICO

9. Further Processing

If we intend to use your data for a new purpose, we will provide notice and seek consent where required before processing.

10. Contact Details

To exercise rights or raise concerns contact:

Stephen Dolley
Ascend Next Level CIC GDPR Officer
9 Lower Lane, Chinley
07980 446573
gdpr@ascendnextlevel.org.uk

Information Commissioner’s Office: https://ico.org.uk/

Safeguarding Policy

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Safeguarding Introduction

ANL takes Safeguarding very seriously. Our Safeguarding policy is found below. Our Designated Safeguarding Lead is Cheryl Cross and our Deputy DSL is Stephen Dolley, both of whom receive ongoing training for these roles. Our Director with Responsibility for Safeguarding is Amy Stone. Contact details…. We keep abreast of current best practice through Christian Safeguarding Services.

1. Introduction

This Safeguarding Policy outlines our commitment to ensuring the safety, well-being, and protection of young people and adults at risk of harm in all our activities and services. We recognise our duty to prevent harm, abuse, and exploitation and to provide a safe environment for all individuals engaging with our organisation, especially because, as Christians, we believe that every person is made in the image of God and we seek to show God’s love and care as an organisation. This policy aligns with UK safeguarding legislation and best practices. Ascend Next Level CIC encourages and supports young people and their families to live life well. We long to see people flourish as they engage in the positive experiences we offer in terms of outdoor adventure, different forms of creative expression (art, dance, music, building projects etc) and Christian prayer. The directors are responsible for leading our Safeguarding arrangements: governance and accountability is in place.

2. Purpose and Scope

The purpose of this policy statement is:

to protect children, young people and adults at risk of abuse who receive Ascend Next Level’s services from harm. This includes the children of adults who use our services
to provide staff and volunteers, as well as children and young people and their families, with the overarching principles that guide our approach to safeguarding
This policy applies to all paid staff, volunteers, contractors, directors and anyone working on behalf of Ascend Next Level. It covers all activities involving young people and adults at risk of abuse, whether in-person or online.

3. Supporting Documents

This policy statement should be read alongside:

Role description for the Designated Safeguarding Lead
Dealing with Disclosures and Concerns about a Child or Young Person
Definitions of Abuse Supporting document
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy
Managing Allegations Against Staff and Volunteers
Recording Concerns and Information Sharing
Child Protection Records Retention and Storage
Code of Conduct for Staff and Volunteers
Behaviour Codes for Children and Young People
Photography and sharing images guidance
Safer Recruitment
Online Safety
Anti-Bullying
Managing Complaints
Speaking Up
Health and Safety
Induction, Training, Supervision and Support
Adult to Child Supervision Ratios

4. Legal Framework

This policy has been drawn up on the basis of legislation, policy and guidance that seeks to protect children in the United Kingdom.

5. Definitions

Safeguarding is protecting a person’s health and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect, and promoting their wellbeing.

A child or young person is anyone under 18.
A young adult is anyone between 18 and 25.
An Adult at Risk of Abuse is an adult unable to protect themselves due to care needs.
An Adult with Care and Support Needs requires help with daily living tasks.
A Vulnerable Adult includes anyone in the above categories.

Safeguarding includes protecting from maltreatment, ensuring safe development, and promoting wellbeing.

6. Statement of Commitment

Ascend Next Level is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults at risk of harm in our care.

We recognise that:

welfare is paramount
safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility
everyone has equal right to protection
some individuals require additional support

We will:

value, listen to and respect individuals
ensure trained safeguarding leads are in place
ensure staff understand procedures
maintain safe recruitment (including DBS where required)
store data securely
share concerns appropriately with agencies
maintain anti-bullying practices
ensure safe environments

7. Monitoring and Review

Safeguarding arrangements will be reviewed annually for effectiveness and compliance. Responsibility lies with the DSL and Directors.

8. Christian Practice, Theology and Pastoral Care

Ascend Next Level is a Christian organisation but welcomes people of all faiths and none.

Staff must not apply pressure to adopt beliefs.

Faith discussions must be respectful and never condemnatory on topics such as sexuality, gender identity or abortion.

Support must be sought if staff feel unsure in handling faith conversations.

9. Contact Information

DSL: Cheryl Cross — 07749 869360 — cherylcross@ascendnextlevel.org.uk
Deputy DSL: Stephen Dolley — 07980 446573 — stephendolley@ascendnextlevel.org.uk
Derby & Derbyshire Safeguarding Board — ddscp@derby.gov.uk
Children Social Care — 01629 533190
Adult Social Care — contact.centre@derbyshire.gov.uk — 01629 533190
NSPCC — 0808 800 5000

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