Safeguarding
Child Protection
STAR-SLA understands that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility. To fulfil this responsibility effectively, all of STAR-SLA’s staff will make sure their approach is child-centred. This means that staff will consider, always, what is in the best interests of the child. (DFE 2016)
As part of our safeguarding child protection policy the STAR-SLA will;
- promote and prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
- ensure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities in respect of safeguarding and is provided with appropriate learning opportunities to recognise, identify and respond to signs of abuse, neglect and other safeguarding concerns relating to children and young people
- ensure appropriate action is taken in the event of incidents/concerns of abuse and support provided to the individual/s who raise or disclose the concern
- ensure that confidential, detailed and accurate records of all safeguarding concerns are maintained and securely stored
- prevent the employment/deployment of unsuitable individuals
- ensure robust safeguarding arrangements and procedures are in operation
