DCG Student Handbook 2024-25 accessible - Flipbook - Page 23
Firearms and weapons attacks
Mental health first aiders
In the unlikely event of a terrorist attack, remember to
follow RUN HIDE TELL
At DCG we recognise that there might be
times when you need to talk to someone about
your mental health. Often talking through how you
are feeling can have a positive impact, knowing that you
do not have to cope with things on your own. Many staff
at College are trained Mental Health First Aiders. They
can provide immediate support and direct you to other
services which might be helpful.
RUN
If there is safe route, run, if not, hide.
HIDE
• Be aware of your exits
• Try not to get trapped
• Lock yourself in a room if you can
• Move away from the door
• Be very quiet, turn off your phone
• Barricade yourself in
TELL
Dial 999 when you are safe. Give your location and as
much information as possible.
Unidentified individuals
• Are they wearing a College ID badge?
• Can they account for their whereabouts?
• Have you seen them before on site?
• Are they confident in their actions?
• Do they have any memorable characteristics?
If you suspect anyone report them to a member of staff,
giving your details, location, date and time. It may not be
relevant now but may be in the future!
What you can do - Counter Terrorism Policing
If you would like to talk to somebody, contact your Student
Experience and Pastoral Coach or a Learning Support
Trainer.
If you need pastoral or academic support, you can
contact your Student Experience and Pastoral Coach
at any point during your time at the College. To contact
the Student Experience and Pastoral Coaches email:
PastoralCoaches@derby-college.ac.uk
Resilience and mental health
Resilience is the ability to cope with difficult situations
and emerge stronger. The good thing is, resilience is
something you can learn, and the Resilience Team can
help you develop strategies to use when you are facing
challenging times.
We are here to support you if you are struggling with
anxiety, low mood, depression, panic or worry and would
like to develop some practical strategies to help yourself.
If you would like a 1:1 session with the Resilience Team,
please ask a member of staff to refer you.
For further information: Your Health and Wellbeing
Care experienced and young carer support
Being a young carer or a care-experienced young person
may have an impact on your attendance and well-being.
We offer lots of support at DCG, alongside your Student
Experience and Pastoral Coach you will have access to a
designated person who will be able offer support around
some of the issues you may be facing. To ensure you can
access this support please ensure you let your Personal
Tutor know who can share this information. More
information can be found here, Support for Students in
Care and Care Leavers & Young Carers
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