them), or a child having an illness that is not being addressed by the parent. A child may also be persistently hungry if a parent is withholding food or not providing enough for a child's needs. Neglect may also be shown through emotional signs, e.g. a child may not be receiving the attention they need at home and may crave love and support at nursery. They may be clingy and emotional. In addition, neglect may occur through pregnancy because of maternal substance abuse.

The concern will be discussed with the parent if appropriate. This discussion will be recorded. Any concerns or queries will be raised with the Local authority safeguarding Hub/MASH Induction process

- • staff and volunteers go through an effective induction process that includes safeguarding • staff and volunteers go through an effective induction process that includes safeguarding procedures, child protection and the Prevent duty via the e-learning modules
- • staff are aware of the need to ensure a culture of safe working practice. • staff are aware of the need to ensure a culture of safe working practice.
- • staff receive regular supervision that includes support, coaching and training. This is recorded and • staff receive regular supervision that includes support, coaching and training. This is recorded and signed by both the member of staff and the manager. The member of staff can request or take a copy at any time.
- • staff are aware of the Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006 legislation, including • staff are aware of the Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006 legislation, including disqualification by association. Weask the following questions at supervision and staff are reminded of them at each meeting:
- 1. 1. Have you been involved with the Police such as interviewed, questioned, subject to a court order, bound-over, received a reprimand, warning, cautioned or convicted before or during your employment at this setting?
- 2. 2. Has anyone that lives in the same household or property as you been disqualified or barred from working with children under the Childcare Act 2006? Has anyone that lives in the same household or property as you been cautioned or convicted of an offence that may have a bearing on your suitability to work with children?
- 3. 3. Do you have parental responsibility for a child who is being assessed or who has been placed on a Child Protection Plan under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989?

Communication from parents Communication with parents is key to building a good working relationship. Parents can speak to the Site Manager or the team whilst at the setting. Alternatively, they can contact the Mensah Edusports Head office team at any time and will also be contacted termly for feedback via survey monkey. Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) 'A practitioner must be designated to take lead responsibility for safeguarding children. Before identifying your lead and deputy DSL it is important for the person with overall responsibility for the setting to ensure this person understands the responsibilities of this role and to consider whether this person is confident and competent to act upon any concerns appropriately. The DSL is responsible for liaison with local statutory children services agencies and with the Surrey Safeguarding Children Board. They must provide support, advice and guidance to any other staff on an ongoing basis and on any specific safeguarding issue as required. The lead practitioner must attend a child protection training course that enables them to identify, understand and respond appropriately to signs of possible abuse and neglect. The deputy DSL is also identified and trained to cover in case the lead DSL is called away from the setting or is off sick'.

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