ROLE OF SPECIALIST STAFF
Internal referrals (staff across all
university functions to be made aware
of ‘go to’ specialist staff and how to
refer). All staff should have a basic
awareness of how to refer sensitively
and in line with the university’s agreed
referral pathway.
Alleged perpetrator (specialist
university staff provide clarity on
processes, access to mental health
support)
Specialist staff
(the ‘go to’ people within the
institution)
Victim (specialist university staff
provide continuity, refer to external
support where needed, help them
navigate internal processes accommodation, academic procedures,
finance, access to mental health
support, access to sexual health
services)
Support to victim and alleged perpetrator to be
provided by different staff. Would need to ensure
risk of them coming into contact with each other is
minimised and that relevant staff members do not
discuss case with each other particularly if likelihood
of court proceedings
External support – Sexual Assault
Referral Centres, ISVAs, specialist
support, police
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