Support Centre
At Baltic, we are committed to providing comprehensive support and guidance to our apprentices. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools to grow professionally and personally, and to provide you with a safe space to report any issues.
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SUPPORT CENTRE
Learning and development go hand in and with feeling safe and secure. We prioritise well-being, and emphasise the importance of maintaining safe spaces to openly discuss any issues or concerns.
Our Support Centre is designed to address a range of needs. Through our Support Centre and our Safeguarding and Support Team, we provide resources, mentorship, and tailored guidance to help you overcome challenges and achieve your goals.
Whether you need career advice, personal development guidance, or mental health support, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
REPORT ANONYMOUSLY
If you’re concerned about your well-being or want to report an incident, we’re here to help! We know these conversations can be difficult, so we’ve created an anonymous reporting tool that will notify our Safeguarding Team.
Report AnonymouslyREPORT TO SAFEGUARDING
If you have an issue or concern and are comfortable with sharing your name, complete the form below and our dedicated Safeguarding Team will be in touch to offer relevant support and guidance.
Report to SafeguardingPERSONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES
At Baltic, we’re committed to developing you not only as a professional, but also as a person. Our useful hub of resources will help you develop your knowledge on important topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Safeguarding, and Health & Well-being.
THE FACTS & FIGURES
Everything we do at Baltic is built on exemplary care for our apprentices, and offering appropriate support is paramount to this. In the last year, our Safeguarding and Support Team have made a huge impact on many of our apprentices, whether that is through support sessions, well-being check ins, or just a one off chat.
100%
Of our Safeguarding and Support Team are mental health first aiders
180+
Apprentices have benefited from support our Safeguarding and Support Team have provided
18%
Of our apprentices have reached out to the Safeguarding Team and Support for advice, support, or guidance
3 HOURS
Is our official response time, though the Safeguarding and Support team averagely answer in 1 - 2 hours
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MEET OUR SAFEGUARDING AND SUPPORT TEAM
Debbie and Laura make up our dedicated Safeguarding and Support Team. They both play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for our learners; they are trained to identify potential safeguarding risks and implement necessary measures to keep our apprentices safe from harm.
The team are available to contact for any concern during working hours via email at safeguarding@balticapprenticeships.com, via landline (01325 638142) for calls, and via mobile (07714765475) for calls, texts, and WhatsApp messages.
Their working hours are Monday to Thursday between 8.30am and 4.30pm, and Friday between 8.30am and 2pm. For out of hours support, please contact Samaritans (116 123) or Shout Text (85258) who offers advice, support, and guidance on everything from employment issues to mental health issues.
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SAFEGUARDING POLICY
As an apprenticeship training provider, we understand the importance of maintaining a robust Safeguarding Policy, and that safeguarding is an ongoing responsibility that requires constant evaluation and improve its effectiveness. Our Safeguarding Policy undergoes regular renewal and revision each year. This approach allows us to stay up-to-date with the latest best practices, industry standards, and legal requirements.
Our 2023/2024 Safeguarding Policy makes it clear that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. All team members should be able to recognise signs of potential harm, respond appropriately, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding and Support Team. The Safeguarding and Support team will then record the concern, and refer the learner to the appropriate external agency.
Download our 2023/2024 Safeguarding PolicyAVAILABLE SUPPORT
Safeguarding and Support Team
Our friendly Safeguarding and Support Team are available to contact if you have a safeguarding concern, an employment question, or need general advice.
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