Safeguarding !! Flashcards
(15 cards)
What are your responsibilities in terms of safeguarding?
Ensure all children know they are understood and can come and talk to me
Maintain an ‘it could happen to anyone anywhere’ attitude
Be aware of schools procedures relating to safeguarding
Being aware of the DSL and seeking advice if required
Understanding procedures to follow if concerns arise
Maintain levels of appropriate confidentiality
Being observant of signs of abuse
Early help
Providing support as soon as problem emerges
Report to DSL
People who may benefit - SEN children, mental health needs, young careers, children in care, children showing signs of abuse, children with persistent absences
Abuse
Physical, sexual, emotional and neglect
Be aware of indicators of abuse and raise all concerns with the DSL
Be aware that technology can be important component of abuse
Failure of development alongside peers
Prevent
Preventing people from being drawn into terrorism
Importance of online safety
Be aware of the signs - withdrawal, change in character, sudden extreme views, etc.
Who is the DSL and the Deputy DSL?
DSL - Jordan
Deputy DSL - Emma Price, John Wilson, Laura Martin
Prevent Lead - Jordan
What would you do if you have any concern for a child’s safety or wellbeing, or the behaviour of another adult within school towards a child?
Discuss concerns with DSL as soon as possible
Remember it’s important to share concerns even if unsure
Remember anyone can make a referral to Children’s social Care - Jordan keeps number for emergencies in his office
What would you do if a child made a discosure to you?
Avoid acting shocked or having a big reaction
Listen to child without interrupting them. Don’t ask any leading questions
Never promise to keep a secret
Reassure them that it isn’t their fault and they did the right thing telling a trusted adult and it’s not their fault
Write down child’s exact words
Immediately go and discuss with member of safeguarding team
Keep the disclosure confidential
What never to do
Photograph children without permission
Ignore inappropriate behaviour from children or other staff
Share personal details with children
Meet or communicate with children or parents about personal things outside of work
Discuss anything work related on social media
Give child preferable treatment or give gifts to a child
Make any homophobic, racist, sexist or sexual comments to or around children
What is safeguarding?
The measures taken to protect children from harm
Promoting children’s welfare and wellbeing
Having a collective responsibility as a school to safeguard
How do you contribute to making this school a safe environment?
Being aware of procedures in place and following them accordingly
Having positive relationships with children, parents and staff
Having an open door policy
Being aware and up to date with emergency procedures like fire alarms and lockdowns
What are some signs of abuse?
Physical
Unusual bruising, cuts, burns, etc
Bad relationship with parent or carer
Flinching around parent or carer
Withdrawn
Sexual
Bruising or bleeding in intimate areas
Not age appropriate language or displays of affection
Sudden change in behaviour
Reluctance to undress around others
Reluctance to be around particular person
Poor concentration, appetite, sleep patterns
Emotional
Concerning interactions between child and carer (lack of affection, overly critical, etc.)
Lack of self esteem
Self harm or eating disorders
Lack of empathy towards others
Signs of distress
Neglect
Dirty clothes/dirty child
Hunger
Dental or medical neglect
Lack of personal hygiene
Being excessively overweight or underweight
Self soothing techniques that aren’t age appropriate like thumb sucking
What would you do if a child became withdrawn or their behaviour suddenly changed?
Be observant
Offer consistent support
Discuss with other professionals
Create a safe environment so they feel they can talk to you
How would you respond if you were concerned about a colleagues behaviour towards a child?
Raise all concerns with SLT (Jordan)
Cornerns about the headteacher to be taken to the nominated governor
Be aware of the whistleblowing policy
If I feel unable to raise concern with SLT, I’d talk to the NSPCC whistleblowing helpline
What ongoing training have you done in safeguarding?
Prevent training online and in college
Schools safeguarding training at beginning of the year
What to do if child asks to keep a secret
Explain its not safe
Explain I may need to tell someone else to keep them safe
Explain its for their safety and well-being
