VANESSA WHITE

I am fun, energetic and told that I have a great sense of humour, but also very professional. I have worked in education as well as mentored/counselled for the past 19 years. I work hard, confident in my approach, committed and extremely focused. I enjoy learning and developing new skills of interest. In addition, I am willing to learn on the job and gain skills needed, in order for me to be able to do a job to a professional standard.

Secondary and Primary Education, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 Learning Mentor, Youth Mentor L5, TQUK L2 Counselling

Specialist areas:

Designated Safeguarding Lead, Youth Mentor, HLTA, Tutor. I am currently studying L3 Forensic Psychology.

I have been working at London South East Colleges for the past 8 years, coordinating work experience placements for young people. This also includes carrying out full risk assessments on businesses and liaising with managers and external agencies. I also line manage a team of job coaches.

I am also a Designated Safeguarding Lead. I am familiar with and up to date with Keeping Children Safe In Education 2021 and it’s updated guidelines, as well as understanding Safeguarding section 47 and Children In Need section 17. I am confident in implementing the principles of safeguarding as in to empower, protect, prevent, be accountable, work in partnership with agencies and the proportionality in the understanding of the risks posed. I am confident liaising with MASH, police, social workers, CAHMS and the safeguarding manager / SLT.  I have become knowledgeable in recording incidences electronically, whether written or using body maps on the Child Protection Online Management System (CPOMS).

Secondary and Primary Education, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 Learning Mentor, Youth Mentor L5, TQUK L2 Counselling. I have worked closely alongside St Giles Trust to understand youth and gang culture. This includes WRAP Training, Knife Culture and PREVENT

I have good communication skills and understand the importance of diplomacy, GDPR and confidentiality, Equal Opportunities regulations