never record a child never undress a child to physically examine them time and provide a quiet space for support At no time promise confidentiality to a child or adult. We will notify any Lead Social Worker if: a pupil subject to a Child Protection Plan (CPP) is excluded (fixed term or permanent) is an unexplained absence of a pupil on a CPP of more than 2 days or 1 day following a weekend, or as agreed as part of a CPP if a child is missing and there is a need to follow Stockport’s policy and any statutory guidance on Children Missing Education (CME) additional concerns arise We understand that parents often hold key information about incidents, allegations or concerns therefore, in the majority of situations; the Designated Safeguarding Lead or key staff member of school staff will speak to the parents and gain their consent to discuss any matters with other relevant agencies. There will be very few instances where, to speak to the parents, could further endanger the child. In those situations they would still consult/refer, but would have clearly recorded reasons as to why they had not gained parental consent. The use of ‘reasonable There are circumstances when it is appropriate for staff in schools and colleges to use reasonable force to safeguard children. The term ‘reasonable force’ covers the broad range of actions used by staff that involve a degree of physical contact to control or restrain children. This can range from guiding a child to safety by the arm, to more extreme circumstances such as breaking up a fight or where a young person needs to be restrained to prevent violence or injury. ‘Reasonable’ in these circumstances means ‘using no more force than is needed’. (Identify the schools procedures for use of reasonable force here or link to appropriate policy). Students who harm others (peer- on- peer abuse) We believe that all students have the right to be taught in a safe environment to enable them to optimise their learning and achievement. We expect all students to have respect for themselves and others and work to ensure everyone in our community feels safe, valued and supported. The school promotes the values of honesty, acceptance, inclusion and fairness within a caring, restorative and nurturing environment.
Information from police or local authority social care team; Information from a party or the general public; Information disclosed anonymously or online; or Concerns generated through an employment relationship. The procedures allow for consideration of the adult’s behaviour at the earliest opportunity when a concern or allegation arises and is brought to the manager/employer’s attention. When to contact the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) It is important to ensure that even apparently less serious allegations are seen to be followed up, and that they are examined objectively by someone independent of the organisation concerned. Discussion should always take place between the employer and the LADO when the concern or allegation meets the criteria. Some examples of this may be where an individual has: Contravened or has continued to contravene any safe practice guidance given by his/her organisation or regulatory body; Exploited or abused a position of power; Acted in an irresponsible manner which any reasonable person would find alarming or questionable given the nature of work undertaken; Demonstrated a failure to understand or appreciate how his or her own actions or those of others could adversely impact upon the safety and well-being of a child; Demonstrated an inability to make sound professional judgements which safeguard the welfare of children; Failed to follow adequately policy or procedures relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; Failed to understand or recognise the need for clear personal and professional boundaries in his or her work; Behaved in a way in her or her personal life which could put children at risk of harm; Become the subject of criminal proceedings not relating to a child; Become subject to enquiries under local child protection procedures and/or child subject to ; Behaved in a way seriously undermines the trust and confidence placed in him or her by the employer. Colleagues with concerns can contact the LADO on 0161 474 5657.