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Meeting the Office for Students E6 Condition of registration

Tyne Coast College sets out policies and procedures on subject matter relating to incidents of harassment and sexual misconduct. These are available here…

Safeguarding Policy

Link to Safeguarding Policy

Sexual Violence, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment Policy

Link to Sexual Violence, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment Policy

Support

At Tyne Coast College, it"s our duty to support all students, both academically and pastorally.

Support can come from any member of staff, but there is also a dedicated Wellbeing Team, who work alongside a team of Safeguarding Officers.

If you have a concern, please speak to one of our Wellbeing Advisors in the Student Services Hub or email wellbeing@tynecoast.ac.uk

If your concern requires immediate attention, call one of our Safeguarding Officers on the following number: 01914273545

Training

Tyne Coast College's training programme for staff plays an important Role in the college's approach to meeting its requirements under Condition E6: Harassment and Sexual Misconduct - Office for Students.

All staff must complete mandatory training, tailored to their role which aims to:

  • Prevent and address harassment and sexual misconduct
  • Equip staff to respond to disclosures, provide suitable support and report incidents
  • Ensure confidence and knowledge in handling complaints

This training will be communicated to staff via their line manager and records of completion are held centrally in the HR department.

All Higher Education students studying at Tyne Coast College will receive relevant training on Harassment and Sexual Misconduct and the college's approach to tackling this during their induction period onto their programme of study. This will be reinforced through “Hot Topics” covered by the Wellbeing and Safeguarding Team.

White Ribbon Accreditation

Furthermore, Tyne Coast College is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all students, staff and the wider community. Over the next three years, we aim to achieve White Ribbon accreditation, which will solidify our dedication to ending male violence against women and girls, promoting gender equality and cultivating a culture of respect.

White Ribbon UK

Student information presentation (pdf)
WRD-Student-CPD-24-03-2025.pdf

Engagement

Tyne Coast College is committed to collaborate with students to improve their experience whilst studying higher education courses at our college. Therefore, student engagement with the student surveys, forums and National Student Survey (NSS) is crucial.

Freedom of Speech Policy (TBC)

Updated 1st August 2025

Executive Team

Our key staff

Dr Lindsey Whiterod, CBE

Chief Executive
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Jane Cuthbertson

Chief Operating Officer
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Simon Ashton

Principal, South Shields Marine School
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David Gardner

Principal, Tyne Coast College
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Craig Scott

Executive Director of Digital and Projects
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Allyson Edney

Executive Director of Human Resources
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Daniel Raw

Vice Principal, Tyne Coast College
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Richard Spencer

DCO Transformation
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