Safeguarding Children (Awareness to L3)

Identify and discuss background and legislation within which children's welfare is safeguarded and promoted and why it is important

Define safeguarding, maltreatment, and vulnerable groups

Discuss what children need to support their safety and well being

Describe key indicators of abuse in line with current research

Define bullying and the potential effects on children and young people

Outline policies and procedures for managing bullying and how to support children and young people and their family

Outline policies and procedures for safeguarding children and young people and how to share information within your work setting

Outline and demonstrate how to respond and report to allegations of abuse by colleagues, including whistleblowing

Define the importance of e-safety for children and young people