About us
Guiding teachers and schools towards stronger safeguarding practise
Nicholas Rudd
Co-Founder &
International Safeguarding Consultant
Nicholas Rudd is an experienced international educator and safeguarding leader who has worked in schools across multiple countries. He specialises in safeguarding culture, policy development, and staff training, supporting schools to build safer environments where students can learn and thrive.
V Macaulay
Co-Founder &
International Safeguarding Consultant
V is an experienced safeguarding professional with extensive expertise in child protection, training, and safeguarding systems. V works closely with schools to strengthen safeguarding practice, ensuring staff have the confidence, knowledge, and structures needed to protect every child.
Our Approach
At The Safeguarding Compass, we believe safeguarding works best when it is clear, consistent, and embedded in everyday school life.
Our approach focuses on three key principles:
Clarity
Staff need clear policies, procedures, and expectations so that concerns are recognised and acted upon quickly.
Confidence
Training and support help staff feel confident to respond appropriately and prioritise student safety.
Culture
Effective safeguarding is not just policy; it is a culture where students feel safe, staff feel supported, and safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.