West Thames College recognises its statutory duty and responsibility to safeguard and promote the safety and welfare of children, young people and those adult deemed ‘vulnerable’ and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students, staff and those who have direct links with the organisation including offsite students, apprentices and sub-contracting providers. The college actively promotes the positive welfare of all students, those with additional needs, mental health and physical health and expects all teaching and support staff, volunteers, WEX and partner agencies to adhere to these practices at all times.
Prevent is part of the safeguarding process:
• it is a safety net against radicalisation. It aims to intervene early, to stop people from becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism.
• Prevent deals with all terrorist ideologies, from Islamist to Extreme Right-Wing.
• Prevent is delivered at a local level by experts who understand the risks in their communities. Partners include local authorities, police, education, healthcare and charities.
• For people who are susceptible to radicalisation, Prevent can provide personalised interventions to help them move away from dangerous ideologies.
If for any reason, you feel unsafe whether inside or outside of college or would like to report a safeguarding concern please contact a member of the safeguarding team.
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Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Out of hours
If there is a life threatening situation, please call 999 or 101 non-emergency
Kooth is an online counselling and emotional well-being support service for children and young people aged 11 to 25. Kooth is a completely safe and anonymous website where you can go to gain advice, support and guidance from counsellors 365 days a year.
The experienced counsellors, moderated message forums and magazines can offer emotional support to you around a wide range of issues, from having a bad day or falling out with friends, to more serious issues such as bullying, stress, anxiety, depression, family relationships, sexuality, eating disorders, self-harm, abuse etc.
They can also support you if you are on the waiting list for Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) or if you do not meet the CAMHS criteria.
Visit Website: https://www.kooth.com
As temperatures drop and fuel bills rise, we understand that this winter will be challenging for both staff and students.
Hounslow Council and partners are teaming up to provide spaces and places for residents to keep warm and to keep the bills down.
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Domestic Violence Support
https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/
https://www.womensaid.org.uk/cover-your-tracks-online/
https://www.police.uk/pu/contact-us/
NSPCC
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/
We are available during normal business hours:
9.00am – 5.00pm (Monday – Thursday)
9.00am – 4.30pm (Friday).
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If there is a life threatening situation:
We offer Driver CPC Training courses at our Skills+Logistics Centre, Feltham. Book your place now at the special price of £60 per day, per driver (including upload fee).
The one day course will take place every Wednesday, starting 24 July.
The five day course starts from Monday 15 July.
To book your place on one of these courses, or if you have any questions about the courses, please contact:
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You can also find more information about Driver CPC courses on the Logistics Skills Alliance website.
All professional bus, coach and lorry drivers are required to have up-to-date CPC training in order to drive in the UK and Europe. Drivers are required to do 35 hours of training every 5 years to keep your Driver CPC status.*
*If you miss the training deadline, it is illegal to drive professionally and you could be fined up to £1000.
The Skills+Logistics Centre is based in West London, just a short distance from Heathrow. The maps below show how you can find us via public transport and driving.
There are different types of apprenticeships. The good news is that wherever you start, there will be an apprenticeship programme that is right for you.
| Intermediate apprenticeships | Level 2 | Equivalent to 5 good GCSEs |
| Advanced apprenticeships | Level 3 | Equivalent to 2 A Levels or a Level 3 BTEC |
| Higher apprenticeships | Level 4/5 | Equivalent to a HNC or HND |
| Degree apprenticeships | Level 6 | Equivalent to a degree |
We also offer traineeships and pre-apprenticeships if you do not meet the entry requirements for a Level 2 apprenticeship. View current vacancies for details.
You can apply for an apprenticeship at any time.
These programmes are for experienced staff working in the relevant field.
On a degree apprenticeship programme you get work experience, study at university and gain professional accreditation at the same time. Your employer will cover the costs so there are no tuition fees. You can apply for a degree apprenticeship if you have A levels, a level 3 BTEC or if you are a non-graduate working in the field.
Delivered in partnership with the University of West London.
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