Safeguarding learning and development standards: memorable principles
For everyone
- Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility
Group A
- I know what the term safeguarding means
- I know what to look out for
- I know who to report to
Group B
- I am a key part of the safeguarding process
- I know when, how and who to report to
- I will make sure the individual’s voice is heard
Group C
- I understand that voice and control of people is key to decision making – child/person-centred practice
- I understand everyone’s roles and responsibilities in the safeguarding process
- I show the ability to make clear and proportionate decisions
Group D
- I will lead the organisation’s safeguarding agenda
- I will make sure that people’s voices are heard at each stage of the process
- I will use my knowledge and expertise to enhance safeguarding practice
Group E
- I have strategic oversight on all safeguarding matters within the organisation
- I will aim to ensure that we have sufficient resources to meet the organisation’s safeguarding duties
- I will use my knowledge and influence to improve safeguarding practice regionally and nationally
Group F
- I provide leadership that embraces safeguarding in the public sector and promotes multi-agency working at all times
- I understand the core elements of safeguarding and why this is an important area
- I will be guided and provided with assurance by Group E practitioners on areas of concern
First published: 21 October 2022
Last updated: 2 October 2023
Series last updated: 8 April 2024
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