Advice to those who work with children and young people

Bullying should be challenged and recorded in every situation.

Allegations should be investigated and where proved both sets of parents/carers informed.

Children can label falling out as bullying and may need additional support to understand the difference.

Bullying happens at home, in school and the community.

All schools and childrens` establishments in north Lincolnshire have anti-bullying policies and guidance. these link to our anti-bullying strategy and guidance and procedures (PDF 3,185 kb).

The DCSF (department for children, school, family) gives clear guidance in stay safe and safe to learn.

The anti-bullying consultant is able to give advice and loan some materials.

The behaviour and attendance consultant, healthy schools consultant and the anti-bullying coordinator provide training, support and advice.

SEAL training is being delivered.

Support should be offered to victims and bystanders who may be distressed by what they have witnessed.

Bullies need help to change their behaviour. most young people bully for a reason. sometimes because they are victims in another situation and they feel powerless.

Young people can bully adults or adults bully children.