Document Reference Number	PT/PP/V2
Implementation Date	March 2025
Next Review Date	March 2026

1. Introduction

Primed Talent Ltd is committed to safeguarding the well-being of all learners and staff by creating a secure and inclusive learning environment. As part of this commitment, we actively support the UK Government’s Prevent Strategy as an integral component of our wider safeguarding responsibilities. This includes identifying and responding to signs of radicalisation or extremist behaviour and ensuring individuals at risk are offered appropriate support.

This policy is an extension of the Primed Talent Safeguarding Policy and Procedure and is guided by:

• Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015

• Prevent Duty Guidance for Further Education Institutions

• Public Sector Equality Duty under the Equality Act 2010

2. Purpose and Aims

This policy aims to:

• Safeguard individuals from radicalisation or extremist ideologies

• Raise awareness among staff and learners on identifying and reporting concerns

• Outline procedures for referral to the Channel Programme

• Promote British Values: democracy, rule of law, liberty, respect, and tolerance

3. Scope

This policy applies to:

• All staff, learners, visitors, employers, contractors, delivery partners, and volunteers

• All delivery sites and digital platforms associated with Primed Talent Ltd

4. Understanding Prevent and Channel

4.1 What is Prevent?
A UK counter-terrorism initiative to stop people becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism. It addresses all forms of extremism.

4.2 What is Channel?
A multi-agency safeguarding programme that offers early support to individuals at risk of radicalisation.

4.3 Who Can Be Referred?
Any individual vulnerable to extremist influence, regardless of age or background.

4.4 Referral Process
Referrals are made to the Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO), who assesses and escalates to the Channel Panel where appropriate.

5. Roles and Responsibilities

Role	Responsibility
Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO)	Lead Prevent implementation, assess referrals, maintain links with Prevent boards
All Staff	Complete Prevent training, report concerns, promote British Values
Learners and Employers	Engage in Prevent activities and promote tolerance and respect
Visitors and Partners	Adhere to Prevent and safeguarding policies during engagement

6. Signs of Radicalisation

Staff must remain vigilant. Possible indicators include:

• Use of extremist language

• Distribution or possession of extremist material

• Expressions of extremist views

• Behavioural changes

• Recruitment attempts

• Inappropriate digital platform use

7. Reporting Concerns

Follow the Safeguarding Procedure:

• Contact: Designated Safeguarding Officer

• Email: info@primedtalent.com

The DSO will evaluate the concern and escalate if required.

8. Promoting British Values

Primed Talent integrates British Values by:

• Embedding them into curriculum design

• Encouraging inclusive dialogue and respect

• Supporting employer alignment with EDI principles

British Values include:

• Democracy

• Rule of Law

• Individual Liberty

• Mutual Respect

• Tolerance for different faiths and beliefs

9. Legal Framework

• Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015

• Prevent Duty Guidance for Further Education

• Human Rights Act 1998

• Equality Act 2010

• Terrorism Acts 2000 and 2006

• Education Act 1986

• Protection from Harassment Act 1997

10. PREVENT Implementation Strategy

P – Promotion of Equality and Diversity
R – Referral of concerns
E – Embedding British Values
V – Vetting of guest speakers and content
E – Ensuring secure environments
N – News monitoring
T – Training staff

11. Training and Awareness

• All staff receive regular Prevent training

• Learners are introduced to Prevent at induction and through ongoing programme content

12. Monitoring and Review

• Audits and stakeholder feedback

• Referral and case analysis

• Training participation tracking

This policy is reviewed annually or earlier if required due to legislative updates.

13. Revision Log

Version	Date	Section Updated	Summary of Change
V1	March 2024	Initial Version	First release
V2	March 2025	All sections	Aligned format, updated framework